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DK16 FTP

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

222,501 mi
Last recorded222,501 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK16 FTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 222,501 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 190,745 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear step damaged

Pass 5 Dec 2023 164,979 miles

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

Nearside Front day light not working

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear step damaged

Fail 28 Nov 2023 164,751 miles

Body component damaged and likely to cause injury rear door step (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged fouled by wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury lamp lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

nearside front day running lamp inoperative

Pass 10 Dec 2022 148,874 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 148,874 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 122,451 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 88,256 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has slight play

Nearside Front side repeater has damage to lens

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

Offside Front shock absorber has slight play

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

Fail 21 Nov 2020 87,440 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has slight play

Nearside Front side repeater has damage to lens

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

Offside Front shock absorber has slight play

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 45,333 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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DK16 FTP is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 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 Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK16 FTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK16 FTP registered?

DK16 FTP is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is DK16 FTP safe to buy?

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