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BU16 VGT

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,142 mi
Last recorded98,142 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 VGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 98,142 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jun 2026 98,142 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 97,077 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened light corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 90,254 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 79,427 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Jun 2023 79,384 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 69,440 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 57,346 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 50,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm on edge, underlying rubber showing; no exposed cords evident (5.2.3 (e))

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

tyre sizes differ front to rear fitted in axle pairs

Pass 11 Mar 2019 39,134 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Slight play in camber arm joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Slight play in camber arm joint and squeaking in operation. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 VGT 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 BU16 VGT, 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 VGT?

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What year was BU16 VGT registered?

BU16 VGT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is BU16 VGT safe to buy?

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