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KS16 XXV

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,199 mi
Last recorded42,199 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 42,199 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 42,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2254518 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2454018 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 39,167 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 39,167 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened excessively corroded inner surfaces both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear corroding /lipped on surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 36,546 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

zero smoke for emissions read out

Pass 25 Nov 2022 31,311 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 17 Nov 2021 24,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside rears 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 24,206 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside rears 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 19,470 miles

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

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 XXV 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 66.7%.

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 KS16 XXV, 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.

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What year was KS16 XXV registered?

KS16 XXV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 June 2016.

Is KS16 XXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS16 XXV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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