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BA16 UHC

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,019 mi
Last recorded63,019 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA16 UHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 63,019 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2025 57,726 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 55,267 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 49,321 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 44,414 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 44,407 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 37,661 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 34,228 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 28,375 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing edges.

Offside Rear Tyre wearing edges.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Aug 2019 28,375 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing edges.

Offside Rear Tyre wearing edges.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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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BA16 UHC is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BA16 UHC, 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 BA16 UHC registered?

BA16 UHC is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 August 2016.

Is BA16 UHC safe to buy?

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