2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · VA16 JXR
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 111,201 km. MOT valid until 02 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Odometer
- 111,201 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VA16 JXR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
- 111,201 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
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VA16 JXR MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Mercedes-Benz Gla (VA16 JXR) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
VA16 JXR Odometer History
- 14/02/202454,410 mi
- 13/02/202563,071 mi+8,661 mi
- 21/02/202563,071 mi
- 20/02/2026111,201 km
- 20/02/2026111,201 km
Average of roughly 28,137 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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