2016 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · E15 GAG
2016 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 09 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 137,821 miles. MOT valid until 28 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,821 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E15 GAG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2026
- 137,821 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E15 GAG 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz E (E15 GAG) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are 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: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
E15 GAG Mileage History
- 30/05/202497,152 mi
- 19/05/2025114,076 mi+16,924 mi
- 19/05/2025114,098 mi+22 mi
- 26/05/2026137,562 mi+23,464 mi
- 29/05/2026137,821 mi+259 mi
Average of roughly 20,377 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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