2016 Mercedes-Benz Vito 1.6L Diesel · L16 NAL
2016 Mercedes-Benz Vito (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 171,127 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 171,127 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
L16 NAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2026
- 171,127 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.
L16 NAL 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 Vito (L16 NAL) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 July 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: Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel PARKING BRAKE PEDAL ALMOST TO THE FLOOR AND DID NOT LOCK IN THE ROLLER TEST ”; “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords DUE TO THE FACT T”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt AND HAS PLAY IN THE BALL”.
L16 NAL Mileage History
- 14/07/2023117,957 mi
- 27/06/2024135,565 mi+17,608 mi
- 09/07/2025154,879 mi+19,314 mi
- 08/07/2026171,002 mi+16,123 mi
- 14/07/2026171,127 mi+125 mi
Average of roughly 17,719 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for L16NAL.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for L16NAL. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (L16N Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as L16NAL.
MERCEDES-BENZ
A
TESLA
MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE +
JAGUAR
XF
HYUNDAI
SANTA FE
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE
LEXUS
RX
ISUZU
D-MAX YUKON D/C INTERCOOLER TD
VAUXHALL
CORSA
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE
MG
3
BMW
3 SERIES
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2016 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.