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FX16 FAU

2016 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

279,528 mi
Last recorded279,528 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito89,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX16 FAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 279,528 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2026 272,264 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2025 253,765 miles

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

Under tray fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2025 253,765 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2025 234,631 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 214,867 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 190,004 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2023 172,656 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 147,760 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 126,098 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 96,892 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 75,419 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 68,654 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 63,301 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 46,189 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 45,764 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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FX16 FAU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 89,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX16 FAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX16 FAU?

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What year was FX16 FAU registered?

FX16 FAU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 July 2016.

Is FX16 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX16 FAU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX16 FAU have outstanding finance?

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