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AF16 XSX

2016 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,102 mi
Last recorded79,102 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 XSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 79,102 miles

Engine bay covers fitted Engine under covers fitted Full under body covers fitted sill covers fitted No emissions detected

Pass 13 Dec 2024 73,715 miles

No Smoke detected Full engine bay covers fitted Full engine under guards fitted Under floor covers fitted Sill covers fitted Vehicle in good condition

Pass 20 Dec 2023 67,757 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 59,424 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 47,019 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 25 Feb 2021 46,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Mar 2020 30,247 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 28,456 miles

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 XSX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XSX, 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 XSX?

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What year was AF16 XSX registered?

AF16 XSX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 May 2016.

Is AF16 XSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 XSX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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