2005 Mercedes 316 CDI 2.7L Diesel · FH05 ULC
2005 Mercedes 316 CDI (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 181,918 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES 316 CDI
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 181,918 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH05 ULC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 181,918 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH05 ULC 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 2005 Mercedes 316 Cdi (FH05 ULC) between June 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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 Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))”.
FH05 ULC Mileage History
- 25/06/2024180,639 mi
- 19/05/2025181,195 mi+556 mi
- 20/05/2025181,195 mi
- 20/05/2026181,910 mi+715 mi
- 20/05/2026181,918 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 673 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
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