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AY16 OUV

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

187,510 mi
Last recorded187,510 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 OUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 187,510 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 186,056 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold bolt snapped. Whistles/squeals when revved. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 183,066 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test sticker on screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold bolt broken - squealing when revved (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2023 183,066 miles

Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted os handbrake shoe spring broken through back plate (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test sticker on screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold bolt broken - squealing when revved (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 May 2022 168,031 miles

emissions too clean to test

Fail 4 May 2022 168,031 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

emissions too clean to test

Pass 14 Apr 2021 136,903 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 101,093 miles

Spare tyre defective wheel not for vehicle ()

Pass 13 Apr 2019 74,735 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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AY16 OUV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 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 Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY16 OUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY16 OUV?

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What year was AY16 OUV registered?

AY16 OUV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 18 April 2016.

Is AY16 OUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY16 OUV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY16 OUV have outstanding finance?

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