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AD16 ELL

2016 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,097 mi
Last recorded75,097 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz V74,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD16 ELL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 75,097 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 68,810 miles

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

Slight exhaust gas leak from flexi pipe

Fail 19 Feb 2025 68,724 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to tyre condition (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Slight exhaust gas leak from flexi pipe

Pass 23 Feb 2024 60,871 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 60,763 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2023 50,095 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 43,187 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 37,332 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 30,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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AD16 ELL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 74,172 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 AD16 ELL, 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 10 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 AD16 ELL registered?

AD16 ELL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 16 December 2016.

Is AD16 ELL safe to buy?

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