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WX16 ETZ

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

185,621 mi
Last recorded185,621 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX16 ETZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 185,621 miles

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arches both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front & Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 185,621 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Leaf spring to axle fixings loose to the extent that relative movement is visible Both sides (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arches both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front & Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 167,221 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 139,203 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 130,671 miles

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

Nearside Front side repetaer case damaged

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 110,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 90,786 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 62,733 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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WX16 ETZ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WX16 ETZ, 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 WX16 ETZ registered?

WX16 ETZ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 5 April 2016.

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