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DIG 8988

2017 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,422 mi
Last recorded42,422 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class35,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 8988
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 42,422 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 37,789 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 32,881 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 27,792 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 22,427 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 22,427 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 18,984 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 18,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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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DIG 8988 is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DIG 8988, 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

How do I check the history of DIG 8988?

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What year was DIG 8988 registered?

DIG 8988 is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 19 December 2017.

Is DIG 8988 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 8988 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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