
Mercedes-Benz GL
Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 3,997 cc
L16 PHEMOT history
L16 PHE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz GL first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 176,899 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 6 Aug 2026
- Mileage
- 176,899 mi
- At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
- MOT tests
- 18
- 13 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 11,935 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L16 PHE
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- GL
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 3,997 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 29 Mar 2008
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Aug 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L16 PHE was last recorded at 176,899 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 176,873 miles · 11 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 26 miles
- Average per year
- 11,935 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 176,899 miles
- 2024 – 162,457 miles
- 2023 – 144,168 miles
- 2022 – 127,841 miles
- 2021 – 112,353 miles
- 2020 – 102,923 miles
- 2019 – 87,627 miles
- 2018 – 80,908 miles
- 2017 – 74,185 miles
- 2016 – 63,391 miles
- 2015 – 48,949 miles
- 2011 – 6,839 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
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
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip
Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2011
Full MOT history
18 tests since 28 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass176,899 miles (+26)1 minor12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 176,899 miles
- Test number
- 281159498188
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail176,873 miles (+14,416)3 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 176,873 miles
- Test number
- 186826706619
- MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnable to check rear most seat belts rear compartment full
Pass162,457 miles (+21)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 162,457 miles
- Test number
- 920537608402
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail162,436 miles (+18,268)4 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,436 miles
- Test number
- 245347359712
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass144,168 miles (+16,327)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 144,168 miles
- Test number
- 467132724295
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass127,841 miles (+15,488)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 127,841 miles
- Test number
- 575056749349
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySome underbody components covered with plastics
Pass112,353 miles (+9,430)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 112,353 miles
- Test number
- 873130353258
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/50r20 111v xl (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass102,923 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 102,923 miles
- Test number
- 615468759289
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Fail102,921 miles (+15,294)2 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,921 miles
- Test number
- 977540949608
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass87,627 miles (+6,719)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2020
- Odometer
- 87,627 miles
- Test number
- 362397554295
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,908 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 80,908 miles
- Test number
- 401621961237
- AdvisoryHand brake just meets requirements needs adjustment
Fail80,908 miles (+6,723)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,908 miles
- Test number
- 614645553348
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryHand brake just meets requirements needs adjustment
Pass74,185 miles (+10,794)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 74,185 miles
- Test number
- 250928243737
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside centre row child seat fitted seat belt not tested
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass63,391 miles (+14,442)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 63,391 miles
- Test number
- 697823207501
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass48,949 miles (+42,110)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 48,949 miles
- Test number
- 186488745469
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass6,839 miles (+343)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 6,839 miles
- Test number
- 229666991161
- NoteEmissions too clean to test
Pass6,496 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 May 2012
- Odometer
- 6,496 miles
- Test number
- 406734321101
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail6,496 miles1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 6,496 miles
- Test number
- 867768111188
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Questions about L16 PHE
- Does L16 PHE currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L16 PHE expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L16 PHE?
- The MOT on L16 PHE expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L16 PHE done?
- L16 PHE was recorded at 176,899 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 11,935 miles a year.
- Has L16 PHE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L16 PHE has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on L16 PHE 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 PHE find?
- L16 PHE passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pedal wearing smooth; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 10 more.
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