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17 BD

1997 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,372 mi
Last recorded47,372 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz C110,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration17 BD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2024 47,372 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 47,361 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 47,320 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 47,309 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 47,249 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 47,241 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 47,204 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 47,115 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 47,030 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 46,931 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 46,829 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 46,503 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 45,753 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 44,796 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 44,111 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 42,376 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 40,561 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 38,371 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 35,906 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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17 BD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 110,952 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 17 BD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 17 BD?

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What year was 17 BD registered?

17 BD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 October 1997.

Is 17 BD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 17 BD shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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