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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

L16 MEYMOT history

L16 MEY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLA first used on 30 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 88,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L16 MEY black Mercedes-Benz Cla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
88,609 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 MEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 MEY was last recorded at 88,609 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 6,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,734 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,875 miles
Average per year
6,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,609 miles
  • 2025 – 81,734 miles
  • 2024 – 74,101 miles
  • 2023 – 67,399 miles
  • 2022 – 58,640 miles
  • 2021 – 50,973 miles
  • 2019 – 43,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 28 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    88,609 miles
    Test number
    289520074560
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail88,609 miles (+6,875)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,609 miles
    Test number
    445884013960
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass81,734 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    81,734 miles
    Test number
    737527520163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail81,734 miles (+7,633)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,734 miles
    Test number
    149679789488
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,101 miles (+6,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,101 miles
    Test number
    403887499501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass67,399 miles (+8,759)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,399 miles
    Test number
    173159502838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass58,640 miles (+7,667)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    58,640 miles
    Test number
    376095052519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,973 miles (+7,169)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    50,973 miles
    Test number
    821336783355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,804 miles
    Test number
    853940621086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail43,803 miles1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,803 miles
    Test number
    967621207316
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L16 MEY

Does L16 MEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 MEY is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 MEY?
The MOT on L16 MEY is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 MEY done?
L16 MEY was recorded at 88,609 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 6,822 miles a year.
Has L16 MEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 MEY has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 MEY 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 L16 MEY find?
L16 MEY passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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