2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 2.1L Diesel · VE16 XHW
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC (2.1L, diesel). First registered 15 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 74,785 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLC
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,785 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VE16 XHW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2026
- 74,785 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VE16 XHW 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 Glc (VE16 XHW) between July 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 June 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: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
VE16 XHW Mileage History
- 03/07/202357,663 mi
- 05/07/202357,664 mi+1 mi
- 27/06/202465,039 mi+7,375 mi
- 27/06/202572,553 mi+7,514 mi
- 19/06/202674,785 mi+2,232 mi
Average of roughly 5,781 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Tyre Crabbing / Skipping (RHD Models)Moderate
Due to suspension geometry compromises for right-hand drive models, the front tyres can scrub, judder, or "crab" loudly on full lock, especially in cold or wet weather.
- AdBlue System / Heater FailureSerious
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- Electric Power Steering Rack Motor FailureSerious
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