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2016 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · GD65 XLJ

GD65 XLJ

2016 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 20/01/2016. Recorded mileage 92,698 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2016 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 06/10/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
92,698 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 06/10/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT conducted on 7 October 2025 at 92,698 miles resulting in a clear pass. This record indicates a stable and positive maintenance trend, as the car has successfully cleared four consecutive tests without any recorded defects or advisories. The single failure noted on 28 August 2024 at 78,858 miles appears to be a procedural anomaly rather than a mechanical failure, given the vehicle passed the same inspection later that day with no defects identified. The recorded mileage of 92,698 miles over a ten-year lifespan averages approximately 9,270 miles per annum, which aligns with standard usage patterns for this class of vehicle. The accumulation of mileage remains consistent, showing no evidence of long-term storage or excessive heavy usage. The frequency of recent tests, specifically the three inspections performed between February 2025 and October 2025, suggests the vehicle has been subject to rigorous oversight, likely due to a change in ownership or a period of preparation for sale. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the condition of the suspension bushes and the integrity of the brake discs, as these components often show wear at this mileage even if they have not yet triggered an MOT advisory. While the current history is exceptionally clean, the lack of recorded advisories does not preclude the presence of hidden wear in the drivetrain or steering rack. You should verify the service history for evidence of transmission fluid changes and engine oil maintenance, as the MOT record confirms structural and safety compliance but does not reflect the internal mechanical health of the engine or the longevity of complex electronic systems.

GD65 XLJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
  • 92,698 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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GD65 XLJ Mileage History

  1. 28/08/202478,858 mi
  2. 28/08/202478,864 mi+6 mi
  3. 27/02/202587,792 mi+8,928 mi
  4. 27/08/202592,118 mi+4,326 mi
  5. 07/10/202592,698 mi+580 mi

Average of roughly 12,479 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GD65 XLJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Mercedes-Benz C (GD65 XLJ) between August 2024 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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