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KS16 VVM

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

232,405 mi
Last recorded232,405 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 232,405 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 232,405 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 211,264 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 211,264 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 187,463 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2023 187,463 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 161,020 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2021 135,901 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 109,046 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 85,750 miles

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

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 VVM 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 VVM, 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 VVM?

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What year was KS16 VVM registered?

KS16 VVM is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 17 May 2016.

Is KS16 VVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS16 VVM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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