2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS 2.1L Diesel · J1 SWK
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS (2.1L, diesel). First registered 16 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 77,527 miles. MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,527 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J1 SWK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/11/2025
- 77,527 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
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J1 SWK 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 Cls (J1 SWK) between December 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
J1 SWK Mileage History
- 14/12/202269,993 mi
- 11/12/202372,239 mi+2,246 mi
- 11/12/202475,115 mi+2,876 mi
- 18/11/202577,523 mi+2,408 mi
- 19/11/202577,527 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 2,569 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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