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WP16 STX

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

233,882 mi
Last recorded233,882 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP16 STX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 233,882 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 202,505 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front and both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose dpf loose on brackets (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 202,501 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front and both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose dpf loose on brackets (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 170,131 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner + outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 170,128 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (3.5 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner + outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 134,964 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both inner joint slight play ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 134,918 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to cord and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pads worn o/s/r inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both inner joint slight play ()

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 107,246 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 96,219 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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WP16 STX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 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 Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP16 STX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WP16 STX registered?

WP16 STX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is WP16 STX safe to buy?

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