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Mercedes-Benz CLS

White · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

V40 DPCMOT history

V40 DPC is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 7 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 101,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

V40 DPC white Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,325 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 DPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 DPC was last recorded at 101,325 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 4,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,180 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,145 miles
Average per year
7,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,325 miles
  • 2024 – 97,180 miles
  • 2023 – 93,405 miles
  • 2022 – 89,540 miles
  • 2021 – 83,628 miles
  • 2020 – 78,760 miles
  • 2019 – 74,073 miles
  • 2018 – 62,234 miles
  • 2017 – 53,148 miles
  • 2016 – 41,306 miles
  • 2015 – 28,132 miles
  • 2014 – 18,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,325 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under tray/under floor covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,325 miles
    Test number
    955944296896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail101,325 miles (+4,145)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,325 miles
    Test number
    219611088655
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass97,180 miles (+3,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    97,180 miles
    Test number
    726523681491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake performance low
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,405 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    93,405 miles
    Test number
    415795459537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,540 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,540 miles
    Test number
    971213278659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail89,527 miles (+5,899)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,527 miles
    Test number
    619246218157
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass83,628 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    83,628 miles
    Test number
    678913166979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,760 miles (+4,687)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,760 miles
    Test number
    694993154080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,073 miles (+11,839)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,073 miles
    Test number
    198626902490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,234 miles (+9,086)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,234 miles
    Test number
    591550411672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,148 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,148 miles
    Test number
    492608560321
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray/under floor covers fitted

  12. Fail53,147 miles (+11,841)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,147 miles
    Test number
    899355969612
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray/under floor covers fitted

  13. Pass41,306 miles (+3,999)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,306 miles
    Test number
    905276402113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,307 miles (+9,175)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,307 miles
    Test number
    108076398345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,132 miles (+9,468)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,132 miles
    Test number
    265962245412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,664 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    18,664 miles
    Test number
    548983244157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,280 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    18,280 miles
    Test number
    905794364069
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about V40 DPC

Does V40 DPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 DPC is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V40 DPC?
The MOT on V40 DPC is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 DPC done?
V40 DPC was recorded at 101,325 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 7,049 miles a year.
Has V40 DPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 DPC has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V40 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 V40 DPC find?
V40 DPC passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on inner sidewall; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edges.

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