2016 Mercedes-Benz V 2.1L Diesel · VK16 PDY

The vehicle's current roadworthiness is currently in the grey zone, as the most recent MOT test from September 2025 at 159,703 miles was passed, but the 2022 record from October 2022 indicates a failure. This suggests that the vehicle has undergone a significant period of inactivity or poor maintenance, potentially leading to accelerated wear on critical components. The maintenance trend is not stable; it appears to have deteriorated over the last two years, with the most recent test showing no defects, while the prior year failed. This pattern implies that the vehicle may have been driven by a less experienced owner or that a major repair was required between the 2022 and 2025 test dates. The mileage pattern is highly indicative of rapid accumulation, as the vehicle has reached 159,703 miles in only 4 years. At 15,970 miles per year, this is exceptionally high for a 2016 model, suggesting that the car has been maintained with minimal effort or that the owner has been driving it at high speeds. The gap between the 2022 and 2025 test dates is particularly notable, as the vehicle failed in 2022 without any recorded defects, whereas the 2025 test passed. This discrepancy between the failed 2022 result and the clean 2025 result highlights a lack of consistent upkeep and a potential for future mechanical failure. Given the history of a failed MOT in 2022 and a clean result in 2025, the vehicle requires immediate inspection for structural integrity and functional components. The most likely issues to be flagged are suspension bushings, coil springs, or binding calipers, which are prone to failure under high mileage. The brake discs and suspension bushings are the most probable candidates for inspection, as the vehicle has not been serviced for several years. A buyer must be prepared to visit the dealer or a specialist to verify the condition of these parts, as a failed MOT in 2022 suggests that the vehicle may have been driven without proper lubrication or that the brakes have been neglected.