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BP16 BBX

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,074 mi
Last recorded69,074 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP16 BBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 69,074 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2025 61,376 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245 x 40 x 18 both rear tyres on 2mm marker bars (5.2.3 (e))

rear prop damper slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 May 2024 54,053 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 54,053 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn x/s play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn x/s play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 47,610 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 41,124 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 35,087 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 35,087 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 23,323 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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BP16 BBX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 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 BP16 BBX, 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

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What year was BP16 BBX registered?

BP16 BBX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is BP16 BBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP16 BBX 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.

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