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YL16 SZX

2016 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

185,828 mi
Last recorded185,828 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito89,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL16 SZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 185,828 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2025 176,486 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 167,206 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2025 167,206 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 159,423 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 154,993 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 143,043 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 131,509 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 131,507 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Dec 2022 119,109 miles

Emission too clean

Pass 6 Jun 2022 106,012 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 90,449 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 80,751 miles

Emission too clean

Pass 24 Aug 2020 75,689 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 67,442 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 67,441 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 25 May 2019 57,457 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 43,251 miles

Emission too clean

Fail 26 Nov 2018 43,251 miles

Emission too clean

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 33,222 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 24,933 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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YL16 SZX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 89,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL16 SZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YL16 SZX?

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What year was YL16 SZX registered?

YL16 SZX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is YL16 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL16 SZX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL16 SZX have outstanding finance?

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