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KO16 GFJ

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

60,984 mi
Last recorded60,984 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO16 GFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 60,984 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2026 60,984 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 57,234 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 53,865 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 53,865 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 50,636 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 10 Nov 2021 42,336 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 30,208 miles

brake warning light

rear brake pads low

Fail 20 Jul 2020 30,208 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

brake warning light

rear brake pads low

Pass 23 Jul 2019 24,247 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall, Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm, (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, Worn to 2nd layer on edges, outer sidewall slightly damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm. (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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KO16 GFJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KO16 GFJ, 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 KO16 GFJ registered?

KO16 GFJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 July 2016.

Is KO16 GFJ safe to buy?

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