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DN16 KWF

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

49,744 mi
Last recorded49,744 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN16 KWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 49,744 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2025 49,452 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 40,122 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 34,175 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 31,264 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 31,258 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 28,793 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully check inside pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2019 28,779 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative light on + message on dash says no wheel sensors fitted (5.2.3 (h))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully check inside pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 26,013 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2019 26,013 miles

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

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

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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DN16 KWF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DN16 KWF, 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 DN16 KWF?

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What year was DN16 KWF registered?

DN16 KWF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is DN16 KWF safe to buy?

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