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Mercedes-Benz Viano

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,987 cc

L16 CMGMOT history

L16 CMG is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz Viano first used on 18 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 79,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,768 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 CMG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Viano
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 CMG was last recorded at 79,768 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 948 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Nov 2023: 69,252 miles, lower than 69,521 miles on 30 Oct 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,820 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
948 miles
Average per year
6,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,768 miles
  • 2025 – 77,038 miles
  • 2024 – 74,905 miles
  • 2023 – 69,252 miles
  • 2022 – 62,211 miles
  • 2021 – 51,470 miles
  • 2020 – 39,517 miles
  • 2019 – 37,146 miles
  • 2018 – 19,279 miles
  • 2016 – 11,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,768 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,768 miles (+948)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,768 miles
    Test number
    520421662507
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass78,820 miles (+1,782)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,820 miles
    Test number
    173076003636
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass77,038 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    77,038 miles
    Test number
    274083184623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,905 miles (+5,653)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    74,905 miles
    Test number
    151018951353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,252 miles (-269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,252 miles
    Test number
    286081732058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail69,521 miles (+7,310)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,521 miles
    Test number
    712942376016
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass62,211 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,211 miles
    Test number
    604940397039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail62,211 miles (+10,741)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,211 miles
    Test number
    151583456464
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass51,470 miles (+11,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    51,470 miles
    Test number
    316214583764
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass39,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    39,517 miles
    Test number
    520796598049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,517 miles (+2,371)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,517 miles
    Test number
    907923514273
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre sidewall slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer tyre sidewall slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass37,146 miles (+8,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    37,146 miles
    Test number
    842787382056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass28,673 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    28,673 miles
    Test number
    644669071320
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail28,673 miles (+9,394)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,673 miles
    Test number
    172376688352
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass19,279 miles (+8,100)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    19,279 miles
    Test number
    893179780615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    11,179 miles
    Test number
    349442799391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about L16 CMG

Does L16 CMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 CMG is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 CMG?
The MOT on L16 CMG is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 CMG done?
L16 CMG was recorded at 79,768 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 6,826 miles a year.
Has L16 CMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 CMG has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L16 CMG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Nov 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L16 CMG find?
L16 CMG passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear upper anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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