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KV16 VJY

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,267 mi
Last recorded96,267 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV16 VJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 96,267 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 87,420 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 76,835 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge worn outer 5.mm centre area (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords debris (glass) inside cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge worn outer 5.mm centre area (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords debris (glass) inside cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge worn outer 5.mm centre area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened at D bush area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 76,835 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge worn outer 5.mm centre area (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords debris (glass) inside cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge worn outer 5.mm centre area (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords debris (glass) inside cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge worn outer 5.mm centre area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened at D bush area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge worn outer 5.mm centre area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 66,365 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2022 54,210 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

trays and covers fitted to the engine bay and under body of vehicle preventing full inspection

Pass 7 Jan 2021 47,327 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 35,812 miles

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

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

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

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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KV16 VJY is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KV16 VJY, 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 KV16 VJY registered?

KV16 VJY is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is KV16 VJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV16 VJY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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