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SF16 XSG

2016 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

199,904 mi
Last recorded199,904 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito89,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 199,904 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2026 199,904 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 171,683 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 171,683 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 168,100 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 164,522 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 134,737 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 112,235 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 86,284 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 XSG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver 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 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 XSG, 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

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What year was SF16 XSG registered?

SF16 XSG is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 April 2016.

Is SF16 XSG safe to buy?

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