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FV17 BTF

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,441 mi
Last recorded66,441 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV17 BTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 66,441 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 13 Jun 2026 66,441 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm, worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm, bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear brake discs, lipped

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2025 55,035 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear brake pads, close to limit

Rear brake discs lipped

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2024 44,544 miles

Nearside Rear brake pads wearing thin

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2023 39,410 miles

Nearside Front tyre, bold on outer tread

Offside Front tyre, wearing on outer tread

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2022 31,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2021 22,029 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 18,437 miles

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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FV17 BTF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,991cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV17 BTF, 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

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What year was FV17 BTF registered?

FV17 BTF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 July 2017.

Is FV17 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV17 BTF 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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