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GX16 KGJ

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,998 mi
Last recorded83,998 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 83,998 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 76,118 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 68,017 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2024 68,016 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 55,860 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 28 Mar 2022 43,166 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 30,026 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 24,013 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 14,640 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 14,640 miles

Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition Large Crack Passenger Side Of Windscreen (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre On 1.6mm (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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GX16 KGJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GX16 KGJ, 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 KGJ registered?

GX16 KGJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is GX16 KGJ safe to buy?

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