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MK16 BCZ

2016 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,108 mi
Last recorded142,108 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 22058,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK16 BCZ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 142,108 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 140,162 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 138,532 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 138,532 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 121,770 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 96,622 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 72,260 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2019 72,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

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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MK16 BCZ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MK16 BCZ, 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 MK16 BCZ registered?

MK16 BCZ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is MK16 BCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK16 BCZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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