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FM66 VJL

2017 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,597 mi
Last recorded55,597 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class35,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM66 VJL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 55,597 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 55,597 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 55,366 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 53,325 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 47,341 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Two cuts in side wall of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Under trays obscuring testable items

Fail 12 Jan 2023 47,337 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working Door mirror side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Two cuts in side wall of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under trays obscuring testable items

Pass 13 Jan 2022 37,977 miles

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre tread area ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing left/right keep an eye (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2021 28,313 miles

Front Slight corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 8 Jan 2020 20,241 miles

Rear left/right tyres cracked keep an eye

engine cover and under trays fitted

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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FM66 VJL is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver 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 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 FM66 VJL, 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 FM66 VJL?

You can check the full history of FM66 VJL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FM66 VJL registered?

FM66 VJL is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 January 2017.

Is FM66 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM66 VJL 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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