2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · CA51 VAL
2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.6L, petrol). First registered 03 Feb 2016. Recorded mileage 71,905 miles. MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,905 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CA51 VAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2025
- 71,905 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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CA51 VAL 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 A-Class (CA51 VAL) between November 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
CA51 VAL Mileage History
- 15/11/202151,447 mi
- 20/10/202253,560 mi+2,113 mi
- 16/10/202356,923 mi+3,363 mi
- 14/10/202463,947 mi+7,024 mi
- 13/10/202571,905 mi+7,958 mi
Average of roughly 5,234 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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