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BEV 16B

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,744 mi
Last recorded55,744 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEV 16B
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 55,744 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 46,431 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 39,187 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 35,544 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 27,050 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 22,595 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2019 22,595 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside 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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BEV 16B is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BEV 16B, 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 BEV 16B?

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What year was BEV 16B registered?

BEV 16B is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is BEV 16B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEV 16B shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BEV 16B have outstanding finance?

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