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KV16 XMZ

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,448 mi
Last recorded88,448 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV16 XMZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Sep 2026 88,448 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper - headlamp - wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Oct 2025 72,481 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Oct 2025 72,473 miles

Central Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction glue material (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Oct 2024 61,238 miles

Engine cover and lower under covers fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2023 50,741 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 42,111 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 33,337 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2020 26,519 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 25,050 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 25,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 22,818 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam

Fail 29 Mar 2019 22,818 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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 XMZ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KV16 XMZ, 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 XMZ registered?

KV16 XMZ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is KV16 XMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV16 XMZ shows 12 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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