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FC16 NVT

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,985 mi
Last recorded104,985 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC16 NVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 104,985 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 99,020 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 92,179 miles

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

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

Offside front tyre starting to lightly wear on edge's

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 92,166 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside front tyre starting to lightly wear on edge's

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 84,901 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 84,901 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 77,459 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2020 69,121 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 62,888 miles

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

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

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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FC16 NVT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,991cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FC16 NVT, 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 FC16 NVT?

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What year was FC16 NVT registered?

FC16 NVT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 2016.

Is FC16 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC16 NVT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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