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16 JJS

2019 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

55,093 mi
Last recorded55,093 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2019 Mercedes-benz V53,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration16 JJS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2019
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 55,093 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2026 55,081 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45r19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 40,764 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 40,764 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 27,593 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 23,934 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 23,934 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 16,243 miles

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Second Row

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jul 2022 16,243 miles

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Second Row

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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16 JJS is a 2019 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2019 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 53,076 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 16 JJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 7 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 16 JJS registered?

16 JJS is a 2019 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 23 August 2019.

Is 16 JJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 16 JJS shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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