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KT16 ZFV

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

100,416 mi
Last recorded100,416 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT16 ZFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 100,416 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2026 98,868 miles

nearside front tyre close to excessively perished on inner edge

Pass 13 May 2025 88,516 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 75,420 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Fail 15 May 2024 75,420 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 18 May 2023 63,672 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 16 May 2023 63,619 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade defective (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2022 52,031 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 45,178 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 45,178 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 41,690 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 30,379 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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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KT16 ZFV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc 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 ZFV, 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 ZFV registered?

KT16 ZFV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2016.

Is KT16 ZFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT16 ZFV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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