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FH17 TWP

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,981 mi
Last recorded98,981 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH17 TWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 98,981 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 85,429 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 74,787 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2024 74,785 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn and mishaped on inner edge, almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn and mishaped on inner edge, almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 61,109 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 61,106 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 42,849 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 42,837 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2021 26,764 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 21,567 miles
Pass 21 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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FH17 TWP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FH17 TWP, 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 FH17 TWP?

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What year was FH17 TWP registered?

FH17 TWP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is FH17 TWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH17 TWP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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