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HK17 ETE

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,064 mi
Last recorded59,064 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK17 ETE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 59,064 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2025 53,321 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 53,321 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 47,453 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 38,783 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 36,142 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 30,972 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge attention soon. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 26,611 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 23,327 miles
Pass 9 May 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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HK17 ETE is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HK17 ETE, 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 HK17 ETE registered?

HK17 ETE is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 May 2017.

Is HK17 ETE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK17 ETE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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