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DP16 EDJ

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,152 mi
Last recorded106,152 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP16 EDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 106,152 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 96,557 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small splits to inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 85,312 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 82,315 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2023 82,315 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 68,109 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 42,766 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 40,760 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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DP16 EDJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DP16 EDJ, 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 DP16 EDJ registered?

DP16 EDJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is DP16 EDJ safe to buy?

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