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KM16 VFT

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,510 mi
Last recorded52,510 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM16 VFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 52,510 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

guards fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 23 Nov 2024 48,260 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

guards fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 14 Dec 2023 45,184 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Fail 14 Dec 2023 45,184 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 24 Nov 2022 43,132 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 40,603 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 37,528 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 31,581 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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KM16 VFT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 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 KM16 VFT, 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 KM16 VFT registered?

KM16 VFT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 April 2016.

Is KM16 VFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM16 VFT 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.

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