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PG16 CTX

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

131,430 mi
Last recorded131,430 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG16 CTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 131,430 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 123,918 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 123,915 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 as marked (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 116,046 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 116,046 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 103,487 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front accident damage

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

exhaust heat-shield damaged

Pass 31 Jul 2021 84,119 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 67,451 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 52,758 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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PG16 CTX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PG16 CTX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PG16 CTX?

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What year was PG16 CTX registered?

PG16 CTX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 August 2016.

Is PG16 CTX safe to buy?

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