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GX16 ECT

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,908 mi
Last recorded115,908 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 ECT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 115,908 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF and OSF tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 102,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF and OSF starting to wear on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 88,739 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 75,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 62,838 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear/shock absorber arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear/shock absorber arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 52,890 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 49,100 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 39,909 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Feb 2019 39,909 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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GX16 ECT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GX16 ECT, 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 GX16 ECT registered?

GX16 ECT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2016.

Is GX16 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX16 ECT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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