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DS16 WRL

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,754 mi
Last recorded96,754 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 WRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2026 96,754 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2025 84,609 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 67,359 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 55,827 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 52,801 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 47,440 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 42,172 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 37,369 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 31,205 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear disc's slightly pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 31,205 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear disc's slightly pitted. (1.1.14 (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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DS16 WRL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,991cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DS16 WRL, 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 DS16 WRL registered?

DS16 WRL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2016.

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