2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS 2.9L Diesel · R9 TJK
2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS (2.9L, diesel). First registered 26 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 45,013 miles. MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,013 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R9 TJK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2026
- 45,013 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R9 TJK 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz Cls (R9 TJK) between September 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))”; “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))”.
R9 TJK Mileage History
- 26/09/202334,036 mi
- 02/10/202437,115 mi+3,079 mi
- 01/09/202538,395 mi+1,280 mi
- 26/08/202645,013 mi+6,618 mi
- 26/08/202645,013 mi
Average of roughly 3,765 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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