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PO16 XEK

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,887 mi
Last recorded122,887 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO16 XEK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 122,887 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 122,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 108,234 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 92,642 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 63,530 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 26 May 2021 44,699 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 33,768 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 24,925 miles

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

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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PO16 XEK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White 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 Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PO16 XEK, 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

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What year was PO16 XEK registered?

PO16 XEK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 12 August 2016.

Is PO16 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO16 XEK 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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