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GU16 HKO

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

222,816 mi
Last recorded222,816 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU16 HKO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 222,816 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 222,701 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning 2 side markers out (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification NUT LOOSE (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Body panel insecure OUTER SILL PANNEL NOT ATTACHED (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding h brake (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Body panel likely to become detached OUTER SILL PANNEL IN FRONT OF WHEEL ARCH NOY ATTACHED (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 211,292 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 194,163 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windshield chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 154,501 miles

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

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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GU16 HKO is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU16 HKO, 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 GU16 HKO registered?

GU16 HKO is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 March 2016.

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