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BU16 ZGT

2016 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,476 mi
Last recorded65,476 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 65,476 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 53,976 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 53,976 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 38,448 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts slightly wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 29,674 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 May 2019 21,577 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front tyre worn outer edge

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt bothsides ()

engine covers / undertrays fitted obscuring view

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 ZGT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZGT, 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 ZGT?

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What year was BU16 ZGT registered?

BU16 ZGT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 April 2016.

Is BU16 ZGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 ZGT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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