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Mercedes-Benz CLS

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,987 cc

V7 ETAMOT history

V7 ETA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 28 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 114,576 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

V7 ETA white Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
114,576 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 ETA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 ETA was last recorded at 114,576 miles on 13 May 2026, 4,715 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,861 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,715 miles
Average per year
7,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,576 miles
  • 2025 – 109,861 miles
  • 2024 – 104,382 miles
  • 2023 – 100,232 miles
  • 2022 – 93,482 miles
  • 2021 – 87,975 miles
  • 2020 – 80,761 miles
  • 2019 – 70,911 miles
  • 2018 – 60,293 miles
  • 2017 – 50,213 miles
  • 2015 – 35,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,576 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTEDRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTEDRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Engine undertray damaged but secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 30 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,576 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    114,576 miles
    Test number
    157038051200
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  2. Fail114,574 miles (+4,713)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,574 miles
    Test number
    226460938190
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  3. Pass109,861 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    109,861 miles
    Test number
    546568532800
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  4. Fail109,852 miles (+5,470)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,852 miles
    Test number
    494833120994
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  5. Pass104,382 miles (+4,150)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    104,382 miles
    Test number
    919999907095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,232 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,232 miles
    Test number
    146000160046
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray damaged but secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail100,231 miles (+6,749)1 major2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,231 miles
    Test number
    401908824068
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray damaged but secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass93,482 miles (+5,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    93,482 miles
    Test number
    537670793573
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  9. Pass87,975 miles (+7,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    774874449862
    • AdvisoryExtensive under trays not allowing full spection
  10. Pass80,761 miles (+9,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    80,761 miles
    Test number
    516135478336
    • AdvisoryExtensive under trays not allowing full inspection
  11. Pass70,911 miles (+10,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,911 miles
    Test number
    311776363599
    • AdvisoryExtensive undertrays not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass60,293 miles (+10,080)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,293 miles
    Test number
    206110694900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,213 miles (+14,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,213 miles
    Test number
    338860114071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass35,436 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    35,436 miles
    Test number
    594404412607
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about V7 ETA

Does V7 ETA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 ETA is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 ETA?
The MOT on V7 ETA is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 ETA done?
V7 ETA was recorded at 114,576 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 7,633 miles a year.
Has V7 ETA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 ETA has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 ETA 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 V7 ETA find?
V7 ETA passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 4 advisories: engine cover fitted; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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