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KW16 XPV

2016 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,961 mi
Last recorded70,961 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW16 XPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 70,961 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 66,215 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))

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 62,152 miles

whining noise from the engine

Pass 11 Jan 2023 58,208 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight lip to rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2023 58,208 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower ball joint play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight lip to rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 56,031 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 46,580 miles

Plastic covers fitted under neath vehicle restricting view

Pass 18 Jun 2019 34,387 miles

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

plastic covers under neath vehicle

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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KW16 XPV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in White 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 KW16 XPV, 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 KW16 XPV registered?

KW16 XPV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 June 2016.

Is KW16 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW16 XPV 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.

Does KW16 XPV have outstanding finance?

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