2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS 2.1L Diesel · BD65 KHJ
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS (2.1L, diesel). First registered 25 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 39,372 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,372 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
BD65 KHJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
- 39,372 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BD65 KHJ 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 Cls (BD65 KHJ) between January 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
BD65 KHJ Mileage History
- 04/01/202227,257 mi
- 19/12/202229,268 mi+2,011 mi
- 12/12/202332,107 mi+2,839 mi
- 07/01/202536,662 mi+4,555 mi
- 09/12/202539,372 mi+2,710 mi
Average of roughly 3,084 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for BD65KHJ.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for BD65KHJ. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (BD65 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as BD65KHJ.
BMW
220
BMW
S 1000
BMW
420
BMW
118
BMW
430
BMW
218
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY SPORT SE TECH TD4
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY SPORT
VAUXHALL
VIVARO
VAUXHALL
INSIGNIA
VAUXHALL
MOKKA
VAUXHALL
MOKKA
MERCEDES-BENZ CLS Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2016 model year cars.
- NOx sensor and AdBlue system faultsModerate
BlueTEC diesel models regularly trigger engine lights, limp mode or no-restart countdowns when NOx sensors or AdBlue heaters fail.
- Airmatic air suspension leaksSerious
Air springs leak and compressors wear out, causing the car to sag on one corner and throw suspension warnings.
- 7G-Tronic conductor plate failureModerate
The 7-speed automatic gearbox conductor plate can fail, causing harsh shifts, limp mode and gear reading errors.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.