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DF16 JVR

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,501 mi
Last recorded82,501 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 JVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 82,501 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2025 80,251 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 77,268 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 77,259 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 72,455 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 69,656 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 59,154 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 46,244 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 21,381 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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DF16 JVR is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DF16 JVR, 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 DF16 JVR?

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What year was DF16 JVR registered?

DF16 JVR is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2016.

Is DF16 JVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 JVR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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