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EX17 VKN

2017 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,497 mi
Last recorded68,497 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class35,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX17 VKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2026 68,497 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 61,988 miles

Undertray fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Apr 2024 54,739 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 44,301 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2023 44,287 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 36,421 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 11 Mar 2021 27,619 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 21,916 miles

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

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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EX17 VKN is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX17 VKN, 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

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What year was EX17 VKN registered?

EX17 VKN is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 March 2017.

Is EX17 VKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX17 VKN 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.

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