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KX16 LGG

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

191,311 mi
Last recorded191,311 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX16 LGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 191,311 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 173,773 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Mar 2023 156,341 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 156,326 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 156,307 miles

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

Front Exhaust system insecure hanger broken away. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer tread area.

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush has play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 135,729 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 116,096 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

no emissions pick-up

Pass 28 Feb 2020 93,025 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2020 93,024 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface obscured. (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface obscured. (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 66,129 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2019 66,129 miles

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side repeater lens has sharp edges. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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KX16 LGG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 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 Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX16 LGG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KX16 LGG registered?

KX16 LGG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 12 May 2016.

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