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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · MT66 VBN

MT66 VBN

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30 Nov 2016. Recorded mileage 43,434 miles. MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
Year / Origin
2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 18 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
43,434 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 18 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted in October 2025 at 43,434 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates a remarkably stable maintenance trend where the vehicle has been operated and maintained within parameters that have not triggered the mechanical failures or structural degradation typically seen in cars of this age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old Mercedes, averaging approximately 4,343 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2025, the car covered 20,425 miles, showing a consistent annual usage pattern of roughly 5,000 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, as the vehicle has been presented at the standard twelve-month intervals. Such low mileage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain components and braking system, though it also implies the potential for dry rot in components if the vehicle sat stationary for extended periods. While the digital record shows no recurring faults, a physical inspection should focus on components affected by low-mileage storage. A buyer should check the rubber elements in the suspension for cracking or sidewalling, as the low usage does not prevent age-related material degradation. The brake discs should be inspected for pitting or surface corrosion which often occurs when vehicles are not driven frequently enough to clear rust. Given the lack of advisories regarding corrosion or structural integrity, the chassis appears to be well-cared for, but service history should be verified to ensure oil changes were performed annually despite the low mileage intervals.
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MT66 VBN Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
  • 43,434 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MT66 VBN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Oct 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Mercedes-Benz Gla (MT66 VBN) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

MT66 VBN Mileage History

  1. 04/10/202228,133 mi
  2. 02/10/202333,727 mi+5,594 mi
  3. 30/09/202438,820 mi+5,093 mi
  4. 07/10/202543,434 mi+4,614 mi

Average of roughly 5,085 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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