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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

Y8 RUKMOT history

Y8 RUK is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 17 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 176,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

Y8 RUK black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
176,402 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 RUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
17 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 RUK was last recorded at 176,402 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 10,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,227 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,175 miles
Average per year
8,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,402 miles
  • 2025 – 166,227 miles
  • 2024 – 158,095 miles
  • 2023 – 146,132 miles
  • 2022 – 137,333 miles
  • 2021 – 129,087 miles
  • 2019 – 107,923 miles
  • 2018 – 98,009 miles
  • 2017 – 90,260 miles
  • 2016 – 84,173 miles
  • 2015 – 79,276 miles
  • 2014 – 71,278 miles
  • 2013 – 71,276 miles
  • 2012 – 57,492 miles
  • 2011 – 45,080 miles
  • 2010 – 40,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,402 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,402 miles (+10,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    176,402 miles
    Test number
    736632404511
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass166,227 miles (+8,132)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    166,227 miles
    Test number
    672944096946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass158,095 miles (+11,963)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,095 miles
    Test number
    406903975016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,132 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    146,132 miles
    Test number
    197080035553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

  5. Fail146,132 miles (+8,799)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,132 miles
    Test number
    351853535651
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

  6. Pass137,333 miles (+8,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    137,333 miles
    Test number
    976937756155
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,087 miles (+21,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    129,087 miles
    Test number
    753888487749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass107,923 miles (+9,914)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,923 miles
    Test number
    396901762205
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,009 miles
    Test number
    189765181972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,009 miles (+7,749)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,009 miles
    Test number
    301173544451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass90,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,260 miles
    Test number
    168576427262
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail90,260 miles (+6,087)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,260 miles
    Test number
    332375420023
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass84,173 miles (+4,897)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,173 miles
    Test number
    533809329086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass79,276 miles (+7,998)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    116936505486
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass71,278 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,278 miles
    Test number
    359946104052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail71,276 miles (+13,784)3 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,276 miles
    Test number
    618794443323
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass57,492 miles (+12,412)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,492 miles
    Test number
    439244952459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNumber plate characters not spaced.

  18. Pass45,080 miles (+5,003)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    45,080 miles
    Test number
    557582521327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,077 miles
    Test number
    104992520318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 RUK

Does Y8 RUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 RUK is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 RUK?
The MOT on Y8 RUK is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 RUK done?
Y8 RUK was recorded at 176,402 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 8,652 miles a year.
Has Y8 RUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 RUK has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y8 RUK 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 Y8 RUK find?
Y8 RUK passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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