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DD61 BOY

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

178,584 mi
Last recorded178,584 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDD61 BOY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 178,584 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2025 178,583 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) INNER TRACK ROD STEARING RACK (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 139,427 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 102,569 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 60,895 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2022 60,895 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 30,803 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 30,800 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2020 23,303 miles
Pass 4 May 2020

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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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DD61 BOY is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DD61 BOY, 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 DD61 BOY registered?

DD61 BOY is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 May 2017.

Is DD61 BOY safe to buy?

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