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ML16 OPV

2016 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,821 mi
Last recorded101,821 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 22058,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML16 OPV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 101,821 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play FRONT REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear COULD NOT CHECK SEATBELTS IN REAR DUE TO CUSTOMERS BELONGINGS ON SEAT

Pass 8 May 2024 90,804 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 79,796 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged s-wall 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2022 61,515 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Park Brake Slightly Weak Effort

Park Brake Pedal Slow to Release and Slightly Sticking

Pass 19 May 2021 48,117 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 47,644 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Feb 2019 45,451 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 16 Feb 2019 45,451 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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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ML16 OPV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black 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 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 58,899 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ML16 OPV, 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 ML16 OPV registered?

ML16 OPV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is ML16 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML16 OPV 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.

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