The road tax status for V16 VAH is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for V16 VAH?

The MOT for V16 VAH is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 August 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of V16 VAH?

The recorded mileage for V16 VAH is 80,568 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is V16 VAH ULEZ compliant?

No, V16 VAH does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · V16 VAH

V16 VAH

2008 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30/05/2008. Recorded mileage 80,568 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ E
Year / Origin: 2008 · Worcester
MOT Status: Valid until 24/08/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 80,568 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 24/08/2026

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Mileage: 80,568 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 2148cc

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V16 VAH Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2025
80,568 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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V16 VAH Mileage History

09/08/202272,933 mi
10/08/202272,934 mi+1 mi
15/08/202376,319 mi+3,385 mi
19/08/202478,468 mi+2,149 mi
18/08/202580,568 mi+2,100 mi

Average of roughly 2,524 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

V16 VAH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 15:10

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (V16 VAH) between August 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.

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