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A2 TYP

2017 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,740 mi
Last recorded93,740 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz V67,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 TYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 93,740 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 74,927 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 54,905 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 45,510 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 45,510 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 34,889 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 25,410 miles

oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2020 25,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

oil leak

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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A2 TYP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 67,210 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A2 TYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A2 TYP registered?

A2 TYP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 29 September 2017.

Is A2 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 TYP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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