BU16 FLW

2016 MERCEDES-BENZ — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MERCEDES-BENZ
Year
2016
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
RED
Engine
2143 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
28 April 2027 (318 days away)
Last recorded mileage
20,682 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 62/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2016 Mercedes-Benz has 9 MOT tests on record with a 78% pass rate and 20,682 miles. The vehicle's history shows a consistent but low annual mileage, which is a positive indicator for wear and tear.

The vehicle shows consistent low annual mileage averaging 6,635 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, and a recent test in April 2026 recorded 68,339 miles.

Things to check

  • Recurring suspension advisories (coil springs, suspension arm) across multiple tests indicate ongoing wear.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2017): 5-star safety rating.
  • Most recent MOT passed despite 2 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until April 2027 provides peace of mind for immediate roadworthiness.
  • Consistent low annual mileage (6,635 miles/year) suggests light use and less wear.

Mileage history

Feb 2019: 20,682 mi PASSMay 2020: 28,841 mi PASSApr 2022: 41,650 mi FAILApr 2022: 41,706 mi PASSApr 2023: 49,435 mi PASSApr 2024: 57,849 mi PASSApr 2025: 62,644 mi FAILApr 2025: 62,644 mi PASSApr 2026: 68,339 mi PASS68k45k21kFeb 2019Apr 2026

MOT test history — 7/9 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Feb 2019 PASS 20,682 mi None recorded
May 2020 PASS 28,841 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Apr 2022 FAIL 41,650 mi
MAJOR Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Apr 2022 PASS 41,706 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Apr 2023 PASS 49,435 mi None recorded
Apr 2024 PASS 57,849 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Apr 2025 FAIL 62,644 mi
MAJOR Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Apr 2025 PASS 62,644 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Apr 2026 PASS 68,339 mi
MINOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
MINOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BU16 FLW, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.