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AF16 XSU

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,124 mi
Last recorded63,124 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 XSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 63,124 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 57,933 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 45,292 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 37,977 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 32,390 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 28,193 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 20,991 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 20,991 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 15,986 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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AF16 XSU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF16 XSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF16 XSU?

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What year was AF16 XSU registered?

AF16 XSU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 April 2016.

Is AF16 XSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 XSU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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