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FX16 TSU

2016 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,312 mi
Last recorded104,312 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX16 TSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 104,312 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 98,592 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 99,406 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 94,405 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2023 89,522 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 84,260 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 84,193 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 79,781 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Jan 2021 79,781 miles

Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 73,107 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 42,538 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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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FX16 TSU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FX16 TSU, 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 TSU registered?

FX16 TSU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2016.

Is FX16 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX16 TSU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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