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J70 RYK

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

187,313 mi
Last recorded187,313 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 RYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 187,313 miles

Collision prevention assist warning on dash. Amber.

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 155,239 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 154,788 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted - not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Jan 2024 120,791 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 120,790 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 85,814 miles

Lower covers fitted obscuring view

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

Nearside Front slight damage to wheel rim

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

Upper covers fitted obscuring view

Fail 3 Jan 2023 85,070 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Lower covers fitted obscuring view

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

Nearside Front slight damage to wheel rim

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

Upper covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 22 Jan 2022 51,154 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 51,153 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 46,540 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 24 Jul 2020 40,115 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 29 Jul 2019 29,305 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

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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J70 RYK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J70 RYK, 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 J70 RYK registered?

J70 RYK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 August 2016.

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The MOT history for J70 RYK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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