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WV16 NVK

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

258,175 mi
Last recorded258,175 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV16 NVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 258,175 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f and o/s/r marker lamps inop

Fail 3 Apr 2023 258,166 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f and o/s/r marker lamps inop

Fail 31 Mar 2023 258,157 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f and o/s/r marker lamps inop

Pass 21 Apr 2022 210,713 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 158,469 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 129,971 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 101,422 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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WV16 NVK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WV16 NVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WV16 NVK?

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What year was WV16 NVK registered?

WV16 NVK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is WV16 NVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV16 NVK shows 7 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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