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AK16 WTD

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,925 mi
Last recorded102,925 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 WTD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 102,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 94,249 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 225/50/17 ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 225/50/17 ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inside edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inside edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 86,850 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))

Fail 3 Nov 2023 86,850 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrect colouring underneath lettering (0.1 (d))

Front Registration plate inscription missing lettering fallen off (0.1 (b))

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))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 80,389 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 72,269 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 60,999 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 58,636 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 44,334 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 42,995 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 40,604 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 30,820 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 30,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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AK16 WTD is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,991cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK16 WTD, 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.

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What year was AK16 WTD registered?

AK16 WTD is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is AK16 WTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK16 WTD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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