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KM16 XEA

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,478 mi
Last recorded111,478 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM16 XEA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 111,478 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2025 111,252 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 95,837 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 81,859 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 10 May 2022 61,010 miles

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 17 May 2021 50,319 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 35,738 miles

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

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 XEA is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 XEA, 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 XEA registered?

KM16 XEA is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is KM16 XEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM16 XEA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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