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BT16 TVV

2016 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

132,014 mi
Last recorded132,014 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 22058,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT16 TVV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 132,014 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 117,772 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 107,679 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 102,870 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 91,452 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 68,074 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 63,491 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 46,901 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 46,901 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 32,266 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 17,947 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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BT16 TVV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 58,899 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT16 TVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BT16 TVV registered?

BT16 TVV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is BT16 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT16 TVV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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