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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 4,966 cc

V6 RUYMOT history

V6 RUY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 26 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 164,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

V6 RUY silver Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
164,308 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 RUY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 RUY was last recorded at 164,308 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 11,994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,314 miles · 26 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,994 miles
Average per year
8,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,308 miles
  • 2025 – 152,314 miles
  • 2024 – 150,429 miles
  • 2023 – 147,968 miles
  • 2021 – 139,734 miles
  • 2020 – 135,542 miles
  • 2019 – 131,189 miles
  • 2018 – 125,692 miles
  • 2017 – 114,222 miles
  • 2016 – 104,317 miles
  • 2015 – 94,443 miles
  • 2014 – 86,095 miles
  • 2013 – 74,350 miles
  • 2012 – 63,456 miles
  • 2011 – 54,586 miles
  • 2010 – 43,845 miles
  • 2009 – 32,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,308 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Both front wheel bearings have slight free play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Engine management lamp illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine oil leaking on to exhaust system

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside rear wheel has rotational noise - Parking brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,308 miles (+11,994)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    164,308 miles
    Test number
    164683265326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass152,314 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,314 miles
    Test number
    420092038981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass150,429 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    150,429 miles
    Test number
    762558241804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass147,968 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    147,968 miles
    Test number
    404813892676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail147,868 miles (+8,134)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,868 miles
    Test number
    531079529407
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Rear most arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front most arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low Ajusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low Ajusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Toptint (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both sides (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,734 miles (+4,192)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    139,734 miles
    Test number
    570667352047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass135,542 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,542 miles
    Test number
    755262900615
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail135,469 miles (+4,280)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,469 miles
    Test number
    774685063453
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass131,189 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,189 miles
    Test number
    651167087416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,692 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    125,692 miles
    Test number
    869897332106
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes into hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate surround support is broken
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance on nearside requires service or repair
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both front wheels (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail125,692 miles (+11,470)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,692 miles
    Test number
    422510352569
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes into hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate surround support is broken
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance on nearside requires service or repair
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both front wheels (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass114,222 miles (+9,905)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,222 miles
    Test number
    904277603419
    • AdvisoryAll four road tyres are nearing wear indicators
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight free play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes into rear hoses are corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear tyres have cuts on outer walls
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust support brackets are broken

  13. Pass104,317 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    104,317 miles
    Test number
    198410776715
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight free play
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking on to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has rotational noise - Parking brake

  14. Fail104,309 miles (+9,866)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,309 miles
    Test number
    780329916160
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight free play
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking on to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has rotational noise - Parking brake

  15. Pass94,443 miles (+8,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,443 miles
    Test number
    464106570935
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer tyre wall is torn

  16. Pass86,095 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,095 miles
    Test number
    437212424441
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCuts in rear tyre treads

  17. Fail86,095 miles (+11,745)6 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,095 miles
    Test number
    275972324340
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCuts in rear tyre treads

  18. Pass74,350 miles (+10,894)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,350 miles
    Test number
    337187013315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,456 miles (+8,870)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,456 miles
    Test number
    497818322341
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteSlight bind on nearside front brake, not sufficient to read on roller test, can be felt when rotating wheel by hand
    • NoteWiper blades smearing on screen slightly, screen still being cleared ok

  20. Pass54,586 miles (+10,741)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,586 miles
    Test number
    795587621365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,845 miles (+11,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,845 miles
    Test number
    150641720303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass32,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,554 miles
    Test number
    443929229398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 RUY

Does V6 RUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 RUY is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 RUY?
The MOT on V6 RUY is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 RUY done?
V6 RUY was recorded at 164,308 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 8,134 miles a year.
Has V6 RUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 RUY has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V6 RUY 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 V6 RUY find?
V6 RUY passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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