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KR16 XZE

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,298 mi
Last recorded60,298 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR16 XZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 60,298 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 60,297 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 51,445 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 45,783 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 40,306 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 40,306 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 225/55/17 fitted (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/55/17 94w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50/17 94w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50/17 94w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 31 May 2022 33,660 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2022 33,660 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 May 2021 28,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outside edge 225/50/17 98y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 25,398 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 21,256 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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KR16 XZE is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 miles. This 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 KR16 XZE, 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 KR16 XZE?

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What year was KR16 XZE registered?

KR16 XZE is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2016.

Is KR16 XZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR16 XZE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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