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DF17 SFY

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,083 mi
Last recorded78,083 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF17 SFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 78,083 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 68,389 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 60,581 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 51,189 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 43,557 miles

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Dec 2020 38,812 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 38,812 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jun 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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DF17 SFY 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 DF17 SFY, 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

How do I check the history of DF17 SFY?

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What year was DF17 SFY registered?

DF17 SFY is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2017.

Is DF17 SFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF17 SFY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF17 SFY have outstanding finance?

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