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KO16 OAL

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,025 mi
Last recorded74,025 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 74,025 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 71,217 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 66,913 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 64,733 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 61,376 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 57,678 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 53,371 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 42,870 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 42,870 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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 OAL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 KO16 OAL, 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

How do I check the history of KO16 OAL?

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What year was KO16 OAL registered?

KO16 OAL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2016.

Is KO16 OAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO16 OAL 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.

Does KO16 OAL have outstanding finance?

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