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KS16 VJO

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

194,517 mi
Last recorded194,517 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS16 VJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 194,517 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2025 194,517 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 179,420 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 160,030 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 144,705 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 131,016 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 129,902 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 120,678 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 110,456 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 108,796 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 100,770 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 91,245 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 90,602 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 81,445 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 61,811 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 51,781 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 39,018 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 38,054 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 28,719 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 15,464 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 15,107 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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KS16 VJO is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KS16 VJO, 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 KS16 VJO?

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What year was KS16 VJO registered?

KS16 VJO is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 May 2016.

Is KS16 VJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS16 VJO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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