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AO16 MVF

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,501 mi
Last recorded121,501 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 MVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 121,501 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 May 2026 121,501 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 May 2025 99,382 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 99,353 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 20 Mar 2024 91,928 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 91,928 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 83,335 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 74,139 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 63,105 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 56,922 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 43,582 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 43,582 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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AO16 MVF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO16 MVF, 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 AO16 MVF registered?

AO16 MVF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is AO16 MVF safe to buy?

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