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FY17 GFV

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,328 mi
Last recorded160,328 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY17 GFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2025 160,328 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge started to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2024 151,607 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 151,604 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Retaining spring missing from rear calipers (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 124,135 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 84,126 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2022 83,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Severe wear on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 51,482 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 32,256 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

tpms light on dash indicating low tyre pressure

Pass 19 Nov 2019 20,997 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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FY17 GFV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 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 FY17 GFV, 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 FY17 GFV registered?

FY17 GFV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is FY17 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY17 GFV 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.

Does FY17 GFV have outstanding finance?

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