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BG17 VUU

2017 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,172 mi
Last recorded75,172 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class35,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG17 VUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 75,172 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 75,172 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 64,031 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 52,376 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 42,852 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 40,768 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 36,649 miles

Exhaust emissions not detected

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2022 36,649 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions not detected

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 May 2021 29,148 miles

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

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

Fail 3 May 2021 29,148 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 27,664 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?

Based on 984,871 MOT tests across 77,700 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,590
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
77,700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,159
coil spring broken 5,250
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BG17 VUU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 35,198 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 B-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG17 VUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz B-class typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG17 VUU registered?

BG17 VUU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 March 2017.

Is BG17 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG17 VUU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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