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DK16 LFS

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,301 mi
Last recorded42,301 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK16 LFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 42,301 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 40,278 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 37,481 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 29,004 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 18,663 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 8,240 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 7,953 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 4,415 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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DK16 LFS is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,598cc 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 DK16 LFS, 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 DK16 LFS?

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What year was DK16 LFS registered?

DK16 LFS is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 August 2016.

Is DK16 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK16 LFS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK16 LFS have outstanding finance?

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