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AE16 GFV

2016 Mercedes-benz Unknown

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,479 mi
Last recorded94,479 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Unknown59,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 GFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelUnknown
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 94,479 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2026 94,429 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Day time running lamp not working

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 75,557 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2022 113,859 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 59,474 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 59,473 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 39,742 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Jul 2019 39,742 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Unknown?

Based on 8,259 MOT tests across 2,333 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
5,597
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,333
On UK Roads
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AE16 GFV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Unknown in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 59,176 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mercedes-benz Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE16 GFV registered?

AE16 GFV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2016.

Is AE16 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 GFV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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