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DC17 FJF

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,839 mi
Last recorded122,839 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC17 FJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 122,839 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 114,456 miles

Front wipers smearing slightly

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

top up oil before test

Pass 12 Dec 2023 95,703 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 67,602 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 60,607 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 44,751 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 44,746 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 32,630 miles

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

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

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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DC17 FJF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DC17 FJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC17 FJF registered?

DC17 FJF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 July 2017.

Is DC17 FJF safe to buy?

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Does DC17 FJF have outstanding finance?

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