2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · J88 DAK
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 244,147 miles. MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2006
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 244,147 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J88 DAK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2026
- 244,147 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J88 DAK 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls (J88 DAK) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
J88 DAK Mileage History
- 16/04/2024230,837 mi
- 26/04/2024230,843 mi+6 mi
- 28/04/2025238,154 mi+7,311 mi
- 02/05/2025238,171 mi+17 mi
- 24/04/2026244,147 mi+5,976 mi
Average of roughly 6,588 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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