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WA16 AXJ

2016 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,985 mi
Last recorded86,985 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 25053,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA16 AXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 86,985 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 86,985 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 80,345 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 64,766 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2020 64,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 51,507 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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WA16 AXJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 53,362 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 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA16 AXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WA16 AXJ registered?

WA16 AXJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is WA16 AXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA16 AXJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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