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GU17 ULA

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,568 mi
Last recorded27,568 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU17 ULA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 27,568 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 27,561 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front sidewall cut in several places but no cords showing

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 26,587 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/19 93y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides 255/35/19 96y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 25,421 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm central (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm central (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 24,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged multiple chunks out sidewall of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 23,116 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 20,749 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 20,748 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 18,325 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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GU17 ULA is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 GU17 ULA, 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.

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What year was GU17 ULA registered?

GU17 ULA is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 April 2017.

Is GU17 ULA safe to buy?

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