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KN16 FYG

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,414 mi
Last recorded68,414 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN16 FYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 68,414 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 61,236 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 Tyres Have Slight Edge Wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 55,473 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 47,270 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 39,824 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 31,995 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 18 Mar 2021 31,970 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 29,958 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 24,438 miles

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

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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KN16 FYG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KN16 FYG, 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 KN16 FYG registered?

KN16 FYG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 April 2016.

Is KN16 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN16 FYG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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