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DG16 ZHB

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,985 mi
Last recorded149,985 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG16 ZHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 149,985 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 136,898 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 124,367 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 115,356 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 100,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 84,952 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 79,588 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 58,881 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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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DG16 ZHB is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 DG16 ZHB, 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 DG16 ZHB registered?

DG16 ZHB is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is DG16 ZHB safe to buy?

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