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AE17 ZXG

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,404 mi
Last recorded91,404 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE17 ZXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 91,404 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 74,304 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track Control/Spring Link - Marked With Chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 67,321 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective lightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 57,254 miles

front brake discs corroded

front tyres bald on outer edges

rear pads low discs poor condition

slight brake judder from front brakes

Pass 31 Mar 2022 44,705 miles

Engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view

Pass 1 Apr 2021 38,468 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer edge and 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 31,115 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Apr 2020 31,115 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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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AE17 ZXG is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 45,611 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 AE17 ZXG, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE17 ZXG registered?

AE17 ZXG is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 March 2017.

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