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AP66 DLK

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,579 mi
Last recorded65,579 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP66 DLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 65,579 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 55,109 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 51,790 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres 3mm / Continental 245/40 R18 97Y XL (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 51,790 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall / Continental 225/40 R18 92Y XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres 3mm / Continental 245/40 R18 97Y XL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 44,452 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 38,353 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 31,741 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 27,811 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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AP66 DLK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 AP66 DLK, 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 AP66 DLK registered?

AP66 DLK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2016.

Is AP66 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP66 DLK 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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