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2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS 2.1L Diesel · G14 RAJ

G14 RAJ

2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 39,671 miles. MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
Year / Origin
2016 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Aug 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
39,671 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Aug 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
2143cc
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G14 RAJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2026
  • 39,671 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.

G14 RAJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 02:45
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 Cls (G14 RAJ) between August 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 August 2026 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 (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))”.

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G14 RAJ Mileage History

  1. 04/08/202333,823 mi
  2. 09/08/202434,888 mi+1,065 mi
  3. 09/08/202434,888 mi
  4. 08/08/202537,214 mi+2,326 mi
  5. 07/08/202639,671 mi+2,457 mi

Average of roughly 1,944 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218)

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2016 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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