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GN16 HSU

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,879 mi
Last recorded155,879 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN16 HSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 155,879 miles

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

Front Windscreen has chipped but not adversely affecting driver's view

Hydraulic brake cylinder not excessive but advise adjustment (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear brake lamp lens slightly damage

Pass 6 Aug 2024 153,391 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 152,481 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 152,481 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2022 144,987 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 133,573 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))

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 108,180 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 82,654 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Internal telescopic rod bush (5.3.2 (c))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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GN16 HSU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN16 HSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN16 HSU registered?

GN16 HSU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is GN16 HSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN16 HSU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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