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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · HJ11 BEX

HJ11 BEX

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA (2.1L, diesel). First registered 20 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 113,410 miles. MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
Year / Origin
2016 · Bournemouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
113,410 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 12 February 2026 at 113,410 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes in both 2025 and 2026. This suggests that the previous owner was proactive in rectifying defects identified by the tester rather than allowing the vehicle to operate with known faults. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical-use profile, averaging approximately 11,300 miles per year. Between the February 2024 test at 89,457 miles and the February 2025 test at 102,793 miles, the vehicle covered 13,336 miles. A further 10,617 miles were recorded in the following year leading up to the 2026 test. This steady usage indicates regular operation, which is generally better for seals and mechanical components than long long periods of inactivity. While the most recent report shows no advisories or defects, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of components subject to high wear at this mileage bracket. At 113,410 miles, the suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for cracking or signs of premature fatigue. The brake discs and pads should be inspected for thinning or uneven wear, as the MOT test does not measure the remaining of these consumables. Given the age of the vehicle, checking the chassis for surface corrosion or exhaust degradation is also necessary to ensure the structural integrity remains sound beyond the basic test requirements.
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HJ11 BEX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
  • 113,410 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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HJ11 BEX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 15:16
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 Gla (HJ11 BEX) between February 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 February 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: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 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: “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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ADVISORY

HJ11 BEX Mileage History

  1. 17/02/202489,457 mi
  2. 25/02/2025102,793 mi+13,336 mi
  3. 25/02/2025102,793 mi
  4. 12/02/2026113,410 mi+10,617 mi
  5. 12/02/2026113,410 mi

Average of roughly 12,048 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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