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V16 LTV

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

172,905 mi
Last recorded172,905 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV16 LTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 172,905 miles

exhaust flexi-pipe worn

Pass 5 Oct 2021 168,109 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 162,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 147,889 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 145,210 miles

Oil leak ()

advise both rear tyres for wear and condition

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2017 145,210 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/R16 91H (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

advise both rear tyres for wear and condition

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 143,335 miles

Oil leak heavy oil leak engine bay area ()

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2015 132,946 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

coolant low/leak

oil leak

Fail 23 Oct 2015 132,946 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

coolant low/leak

oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2014 112,811 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Oct 2014 112,811 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2014 105,450 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 74,732 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 74,730 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear brakes in drum noisey when spun up

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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V16 LTV is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 77,192 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 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V16 LTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V16 LTV registered?

V16 LTV is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 May 2010.

Is V16 LTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V16 LTV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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