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CE16 YRS

2016 Mercedes-benz G-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,161 mi
Last recorded111,161 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class38,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE16 YRS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 111,161 miles

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

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both On Axle (5.3.2 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both On Axle (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 111,156 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Forward Of Axle (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Rear Of Front Axle (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Forward Of Axle (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Rear Of Front Axle (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Front Differential Pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Forward Of Axle Track Rod (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Spare tyre defective Under Inflated ()

Pass 20 Aug 2024 91,322 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive differential pinion shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arms . axle front bushes debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 77,163 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 72,069 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 54,599 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 45,091 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz G-class?

Based on 15,659 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
4,296
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 111
Brake pipe excessively corroded 76
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
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CE16 YRS is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 38,648 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 G-class fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE16 YRS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz G-class typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CE16 YRS registered?

CE16 YRS is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 29 April 2016.

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