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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 2,987 cc

V18 DPCMOT history

V18 DPC is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 8 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 98,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

V18 DPC black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,505 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 DPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
8 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 DPC was last recorded at 98,505 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,499 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,505 miles
  • 2025 – 94,398 miles
  • 2024 – 86,670 miles
  • 2023 – 77,217 miles
  • 2022 – 65,175 miles
  • 2021 – 63,701 miles
  • 2019 – 46,764 miles
  • 2018 – 40,885 miles
  • 2017 – 39,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,505 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,505 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,505 miles
    Test number
    451224081120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail98,499 miles (+4,101)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,499 miles
    Test number
    730611253369
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass94,398 miles (+7,728)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    94,398 miles
    Test number
    230341586268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,670 miles (+9,453)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,670 miles
    Test number
    242142590652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,217 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    77,217 miles
    Test number
    353196566879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail77,215 miles (+12,040)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,215 miles
    Test number
    290562753227
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass65,175 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    65,175 miles
    Test number
    956649261826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,701 miles (+16,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,701 miles
    Test number
    342803476168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass46,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,764 miles
    Test number
    983881843491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,764 miles (+5,879)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,764 miles
    Test number
    544102457855
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass40,885 miles (+1,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    40,885 miles
    Test number
    115217592528
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass39,401 miles (+6,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    39,401 miles
    Test number
    898572934452
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass32,746 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    32,746 miles
    Test number
    883455597127
    • AdvisoryNo smoke detected
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

Questions about V18 DPC

Does V18 DPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 DPC is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 DPC?
The MOT on V18 DPC is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 DPC done?
V18 DPC was recorded at 98,505 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 7,089 miles a year.
Has V18 DPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 DPC has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 DPC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V18 DPC find?
V18 DPC passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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