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V27 DLN

2016 Mercedes-benz V

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,846 mi
Last recorded87,846 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz V74,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV27 DLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 87,846 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2025 69,332 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 10 Feb 2025 69,332 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2024 54,816 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 53,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm, worn inner edge & weak inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 44,689 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 44,687 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 38,202 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 34,089 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 26,482 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2019 26,482 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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V27 DLN is a 2016 Mercedes-benz V in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 74,172 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 V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V27 DLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V27 DLN registered?

V27 DLN is a 2016 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 15 November 2016.

Is V27 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V27 DLN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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