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DX17 LYU

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,865 mi
Last recorded38,865 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX17 LYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 38,865 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2025 37,494 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 36,087 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 31,346 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 31,344 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 27,203 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 23,293 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 23,293 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible damaged /cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 18,758 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both - Outer shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both - Inner shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 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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DX17 LYU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,991cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DX17 LYU, 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 DX17 LYU?

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What year was DX17 LYU registered?

DX17 LYU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is DX17 LYU safe to buy?

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Does DX17 LYU have outstanding finance?

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