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KS16 VVK

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

117,205 mi
Last recorded117,205 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS16 VVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 117,205 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 109,998 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 109,783 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed In damage to tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed In damage to tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 107,230 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front shock absorbers have slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 107,212 miles

Offside Rear Brake inadequately mounted Brake drum back plate corroded and shoe no longer retained correctly (1.1.21 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front shock absorbers have slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear N/s/r brake drum backplate heavily corroded- shoe still mounted correctly

Pass 8 Jun 2022 97,179 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush play in front shock ram (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in drop link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush play in o/s/f shock ram (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in drop link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 87,009 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 87,008 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 70,329 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 55,949 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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KS16 VVK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White 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 Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 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 Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS16 VVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KS16 VVK?

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What year was KS16 VVK registered?

KS16 VVK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 12 July 2016.

Is KS16 VVK safe to buy?

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