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SF16 XSA

2016 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

161,903 mi
Last recorded161,903 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito89,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF16 XSA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 161,903 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 161,903 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both x 2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 160,704 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 158,960 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 156,872 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 156,872 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 154,254 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 153,659 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 127,259 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 102,574 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 74,285 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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SF16 XSA is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 89,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF16 XSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SF16 XSA?

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What year was SF16 XSA registered?

SF16 XSA is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is SF16 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF16 XSA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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