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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 2.1L Diesel · BA53 RCR

BA53 RCR

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 172,296 miles. MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ GLC
Year / Origin
2016 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
Recorded Mileage
172,296 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
2143cc
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BA53 RCR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
  • 172,296 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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BA53 RCR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 18:25
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Mercedes-Benz Glc (BA53 RCR) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 27 October 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 (8 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 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: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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BA53 RCR Mileage History

  1. 21/09/202293,153 mi
  2. 27/09/202293,154 mi+1 mi
  3. 10/10/2023116,581 mi+23,427 mi
  4. 10/10/2024144,801 mi+28,220 mi
  5. 27/10/2025172,296 mi+27,495 mi

Average of roughly 25,534 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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88
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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FE66LSO
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