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BU16 ZXL

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,468 mi
Last recorded155,468 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 ZXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2026 155,468 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 147,904 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 139,573 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 128,426 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 118,439 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 111,502 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 105,035 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 92,884 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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BU16 ZXL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 ZXL, 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 ZXL?

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What year was BU16 ZXL registered?

BU16 ZXL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 August 2016.

Is BU16 ZXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 ZXL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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