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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

R16 CLUMOT history

R16 CLU is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 9 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 48,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

R16 CLU grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
48,509 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 CLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
9 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 CLU was last recorded at 48,509 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 9,673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
38,836 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,673 miles
Average per year
3,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,509 miles
  • 2025 – 38,836 miles
  • 2024 – 35,558 miles
  • 2023 – 31,967 miles
  • 2022 – 29,324 miles
  • 2021 – 26,622 miles
  • 2020 – 24,808 miles
  • 2019 – 22,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,509 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

9 tests since 2 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,509 miles (+9,673)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    48,509 miles
    Test number
    556549145084
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass38,836 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    38,836 miles
    Test number
    168996424959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass35,558 miles (+3,591)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    35,558 miles
    Test number
    560083471363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass31,967 miles (+2,643)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    31,967 miles
    Test number
    210598896039
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass29,324 miles (+2,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    29,324 miles
    Test number
    248534333782
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass26,622 miles (+1,814)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    26,622 miles
    Test number
    706701943353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass24,808 miles (+2,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    24,808 miles
    Test number
    322660168815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass22,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    22,784 miles
    Test number
    414087625029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail22,784 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,784 miles
    Test number
    179027055855
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Questions about R16 CLU

Does R16 CLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 CLU is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 CLU?
The MOT on R16 CLU is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 CLU done?
R16 CLU was recorded at 48,509 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,786 miles a year.
Has R16 CLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 CLU has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on R16 CLU 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 R16 CLU find?
R16 CLU passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts; brake disc worn, but not excessively both rears; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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