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FX16 LGF

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,486 mi
Last recorded87,486 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX16 LGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 87,486 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 79,990 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 70,921 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Feb 2023 61,614 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Feb 2022 51,183 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Feb 2021 44,422 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 40,432 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Spring control arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 30,410 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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FX16 LGF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FX16 LGF, 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 FX16 LGF registered?

FX16 LGF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is FX16 LGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX16 LGF shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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