Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

X6 ARUMOT history

X6 ARU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 31 May 2011. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 103,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

X6 ARU black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Cls, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
103,359 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,242 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for X6 ARU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
X6 ARU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 May 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X6 ARU was last recorded at 103,359 miles on 1 Jul 2025, 12,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,323 miles · 5 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
12,036 miles
Average per year
7,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,359 miles
  • 2024 – 91,323 miles
  • 2022 – 79,646 miles
  • 2021 – 66,253 miles
  • 2020 – 54,395 miles
  • 2019 – 45,256 miles
  • 2018 – 40,904 miles
  • 2017 – 37,824 miles
  • 2016 – 35,625 miles
  • 2015 – 29,647 miles
  • 2014 – 22,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,359 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,359 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    103,359 miles
    Test number
    639292654529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail103,359 miles (+12,036)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,359 miles
    Test number
    123813044503
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,323 miles (+11,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,323 miles
    Test number
    448447276518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass79,646 miles (+13,393)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,646 miles
    Test number
    919102367745
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass66,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    66,253 miles
    Test number
    495863528644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail66,253 miles (+11,858)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,253 miles
    Test number
    307046847306
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,395 miles
    Test number
    824434249352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail54,395 miles (+9,139)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,395 miles
    Test number
    342083732527
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass45,256 miles (+4,352)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,256 miles
    Test number
    554832516795
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass40,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,904 miles
    Test number
    239430514322
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail40,904 miles (+3,080)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,904 miles
    Test number
    778410395941
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass37,824 miles (+2,199)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,824 miles
    Test number
    686257080187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,625 miles (+5,978)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,625 miles
    Test number
    805677628399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail29,647 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,647 miles
    Test number
    547859085003
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass29,647 miles (+6,730)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,647 miles
    Test number
    888819185060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    22,917 miles
    Test number
    778763444154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X6 ARU

Does X6 ARU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X6 ARU expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X6 ARU?
The MOT on X6 ARU expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X6 ARU done?
X6 ARU was recorded at 103,359 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2025, an average of 7,242 miles a year.
Has X6 ARU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X6 ARU has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X6 ARU 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 X6 ARU find?
X6 ARU passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge, and 5 more.

Related registrations

Browse all X6A registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.