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KT16 VLP

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,971 mi
Last recorded71,971 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT16 VLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 71,971 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2025 64,249 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2025 64,151 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 55,581 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 55,581 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 43,131 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2023 43,131 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 31,338 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 30,585 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 25,268 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 22,566 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 16,732 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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KT16 VLP is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KT16 VLP, 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

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What year was KT16 VLP registered?

KT16 VLP is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 June 2016.

Is KT16 VLP safe to buy?

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