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MA16 UKJ

2016 Mercedes-benz 220

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,541 mi
Last recorded118,541 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 22058,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA16 UKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 118,541 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 118,541 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2025 111,027 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2025 111,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 May 2024 103,195 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2023 96,341 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 87,345 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 87,345 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s[edges] (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 May 2021 78,353 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 71,609 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 65,062 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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MA16 UKJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 58,899 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 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA16 UKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MA16 UKJ registered?

MA16 UKJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is MA16 UKJ safe to buy?

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