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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

W5 SBHMOT history

W5 SBH is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 28 May 2014. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 110,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

W5 SBH black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Cls, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
110,398 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 SBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 May 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 SBH was last recorded at 110,398 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 22,188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,210 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
22,188 miles
Average per year
12,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,398 miles
  • 2025 – 88,210 miles
  • 2024 – 72,235 miles
  • 2023 – 59,924 miles
  • 2022 – 48,747 miles
  • 2021 – 41,661 miles
  • 2020 – 35,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,398 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 3 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,398 miles (+22,188)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    110,398 miles
    Test number
    837287127386
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass88,210 miles (+15,975)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,210 miles
    Test number
    690810208091
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass72,235 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,235 miles
    Test number
    885783177709
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail72,221 miles (+12,297)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,221 miles
    Test number
    913788091426
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass59,924 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    59,924 miles
    Test number
    597449868567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail59,912 miles (+11,165)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,912 miles
    Test number
    568821688918
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass48,747 miles (+7,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    48,747 miles
    Test number
    467639161210
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass41,661 miles (+5,938)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    41,661 miles
    Test number
    207105769485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    315230095260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,723 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    603844824308
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about W5 SBH

Does W5 SBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 SBH is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 SBH?
The MOT on W5 SBH is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 SBH done?
W5 SBH was recorded at 110,398 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 12,303 miles a year.
Has W5 SBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 SBH has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on W5 SBH 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 W5 SBH find?
W5 SBH passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 3 more.

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