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AY16 DXG

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,256 mi
Last recorded96,256 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 DXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2026 96,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 89,982 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 86,639 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 85,021 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 77,165 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 67,404 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 54,558 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 39,457 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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AY16 DXG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AY16 DXG, 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 AY16 DXG?

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What year was AY16 DXG registered?

AY16 DXG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2016.

Is AY16 DXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY16 DXG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY16 DXG have outstanding finance?

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