2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · B14 TBK
2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Jan 2015. Recorded mileage 139,532 miles. MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,532 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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B14 TBK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 25/02/2026
- 139,532 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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B14 TBK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Mercedes-Benz Cls (B14 TBK) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
B14 TBK Mileage History
- 01/02/2022122,524 mi
- 31/01/2023135,466 mi+12,942 mi
- 24/01/2024136,370 mi+904 mi
- 22/01/2025137,322 mi+952 mi
- 25/02/2026139,532 mi+2,210 mi
Average of roughly 4,183 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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