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2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · SM16 DCU

SM16 DCU

2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, diesel). First registered 10/06/2016. Recorded mileage 89,029 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Year / Origin
2016 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09/06/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
89,029 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 09/06/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1461cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2025‑06‑06 MOT at 89,029 miles passed with no defects, confirming a stable maintenance record. Earlier tests in May 2024 and June 2023 also passed without recorded faults, indicating consistent mechanical condition over the past three years. Mileage has risen from 97,904 miles in May 2022 to 127,137 miles in May 2024, a gain of roughly 29,233 miles over two years, or about 14,600 miles per year, before dropping to 89,029 miles in June 2025, a decrease of 38,108 miles that suggests either an odometer discrepancy or extended periods of inactivity. The average annual mileage of 8,903 miles aligns with typical usage for a ten‑year‑old vehicle. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, test the brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, inspect tyre tread depth and condition, and look for structural rust around the wheel arches and chassis rails, as these components commonly show signs of use at this mileage. Although the MOT history shows no recorded faults, a thorough physical inspection is essential to verify that the recorded cleanliness reflects genuine mechanical soundness, especially given the vehicle’s age and the mileage fluctuations.

SM16 DCU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2025
  • 89,029 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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SM16 DCU Mileage History

  1. 18/05/202297,904 km
  2. 07/06/2023117,170 km+19,266 km
  3. 29/05/2024127,137 km+9,967 km
  4. 06/06/202589,029 mi
  5. 06/06/202589,029 mi

Average of roughly -2,907 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

SM16 DCU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (SM16 DCU) between May 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 06 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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