CarVerify

Free Car Check

DE16 TXJ

2016 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

295,906 mi
Last recorded295,906 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito89,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE16 TXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 295,906 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Nov 2025 295,906 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2024 267,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Dec 2024 267,132 miles

Central Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 240,485 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 224,679 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 224,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 208,618 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 208,616 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2020 183,424 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 110,815 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracks in swept area less than 10mm x2 (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
Full Mercedes-benz Vito reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DE16 TXJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 89,496 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 Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE16 TXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DE16 TXJ?

You can check the full history of DE16 TXJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DE16 TXJ registered?

DE16 TXJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is DE16 TXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE16 TXJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE16 TXJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DE16 TXJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.