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DC16 SLZ

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,208 mi
Last recorded70,208 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC16 SLZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 70,208 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 64,301 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 56,264 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 56,250 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened excessive lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Inner 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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DC16 SLZ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DC16 SLZ, 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

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What year was DC16 SLZ registered?

DC16 SLZ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 July 2016.

Is DC16 SLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC16 SLZ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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