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2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · EX16 ABF

EX16 ABF

2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 61,755 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Year / Origin
2016 · Chelmsford
MOT Status
Valid until 27/05/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage
61,755 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 27/05/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/05/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1461cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean roadworthiness status at the most recent inspection. The April 2025 test at 61,755 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of successful testing throughout 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in a consistent state of repair without recurring mechanical or structural issues. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical ten-year usage pattern for a vehicle of this age. The data shows a steady progression from 40,247 miles in May 2022 to 61,755 miles in April 2025. This averages out to approximately 7,100 miles per year over the recorded period, which aligns with the expected light-to-moderate usage for a Mercedes-Benz A-Class. The absence of sudden mileage spikes or significant gaps in the testing history indicates regular, predictable operation. The single failure recorded on May 22, 2023, at 48,012 miles, was resolved within three days, as evidenced by the successful pass on May 25, 2023, at 48,075 miles. While the specific reason for that failure was not documented, the rapid resolution suggests a minor consumable or adjustment was addressed. Because the most recent two years of testing have been entirely clear of advisories, there are no immediate red flags regarding suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions. A physical inspection should focus on verifying the current condition of consumables that are not captured by the MOT, such as tyre tread depth and brake pad thickness. Given the relatively low annual mileage, the buyer should check for any signs of age-related degradation in rubber components like suspension bushings or drive belts, which can perish even if they have not reached their mechanical wear limit. The overall record suggests a well-maintained vehicle with a predictable service history.

EX16 ABF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2025
  • 61,755 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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EX16 ABF Mileage History

  1. 19/05/202240,247 mi
  2. 22/05/202348,012 mi+7,765 mi
  3. 25/05/202348,075 mi+63 mi
  4. 22/05/202455,100 mi+7,025 mi
  5. 28/04/202561,755 mi+6,655 mi

Average of roughly 7,309 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

EX16 ABF MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 31 Aug 2026, 19:42
MOT Analysis

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 (EX16 ABF) between May 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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