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BD16 ZYJ

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

160,593 mi
Last recorded160,593 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD16 ZYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 160,593 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 142,663 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low (5.2.3 (e))

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

n/s handbrake weak

Pass 21 Feb 2024 127,428 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 113,205 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 92,198 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 79,408 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 56,035 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 56,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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BD16 ZYJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 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 Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD16 ZYJ, 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.

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What year was BD16 ZYJ registered?

BD16 ZYJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 15 June 2016.

Is BD16 ZYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD16 ZYJ 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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