2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA 2.1L Diesel · J12 GAB
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 75,572 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,572 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
J12 GAB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2026
- 75,572 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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J12 GAB Mileage History
- 23/05/202364,420 mi
- 21/05/202467,396 mi+2,976 mi
- 22/05/202467,396 mi
- 08/03/202568,663 mi+1,267 mi
- 28/03/202675,572 mi+6,909 mi
Average of roughly 3,916 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
J12 GAB 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz Cla (J12 GAB) between May 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 March 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 (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
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