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BU16 VAX

2016 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,443 mi
Last recorded81,443 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 VAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2023 81,443 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 68,985 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 51,343 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 35,079 miles

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

Offside 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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BU16 VAX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 BU16 VAX, 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 BU16 VAX?

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What year was BU16 VAX registered?

BU16 VAX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is BU16 VAX safe to buy?

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