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DG17 DZK

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,487 mi
Last recorded159,487 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG17 DZK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 159,487 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 144,624 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 125,626 miles

Front windscreen has a chip

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

Offside Front tyre slightly damage on inner wall

engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 15 Feb 2024 125,127 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front windscreen has a chip

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

Offside Front tyre slightly damage on inner wall

engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Feb 2023 107,558 miles

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS LIPPED/WORN

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play STRONG ADVICE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 94,343 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre

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

Fail 18 Jan 2022 94,342 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 87,371 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 80,274 miles

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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DG17 DZK is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DG17 DZK, 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 DG17 DZK?

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What year was DG17 DZK registered?

DG17 DZK is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is DG17 DZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG17 DZK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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