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HX16 FGJ

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,768 mi
Last recorded80,768 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX16 FGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 80,768 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 15 Jul 2025 68,901 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 68,900 miles

Body component damaged and likely to cause injury nearside side repeater lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 58,645 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 49,274 miles

Offside All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output middle marker light missing (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 39,434 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 32,250 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 20,177 miles

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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HX16 FGJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Grey 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 HX16 FGJ, 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

How do I check the history of HX16 FGJ?

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What year was HX16 FGJ registered?

HX16 FGJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 18 April 2016.

Is HX16 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX16 FGJ 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.

Does HX16 FGJ have outstanding finance?

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