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LK16 VBG

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

248,887 mi
Last recorded248,887 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK16 VBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 248,887 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2023 248,883 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 229,111 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 222,663 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 222,663 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 200,530 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 151,135 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2019 157,117 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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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LK16 VBG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LK16 VBG, 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 LK16 VBG registered?

LK16 VBG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is LK16 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK16 VBG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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