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H8 RNW

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,849 mi
Last recorded63,849 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 RNW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 63,849 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 58,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Oct 2024 58,558 miles

Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Nov 2023 52,587 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Nov 2022 47,529 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm = inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 37,613 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 32,391 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 32,391 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 29,289 miles

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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H8 RNW is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 H8 RNW, 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.

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What year was H8 RNW registered?

H8 RNW is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2016.

Is H8 RNW safe to buy?

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