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AK66 VJX

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,498 mi
Last recorded86,498 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK66 VJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 86,498 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2025 68,885 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 56,542 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Nov 2023 47,570 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 38,120 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 27,775 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 22,141 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 18,138 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 18,128 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, 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 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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AK66 VJX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 AK66 VJX, 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

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What year was AK66 VJX registered?

AK66 VJX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 November 2016.

Is AK66 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK66 VJX 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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