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J999 BNS

2017 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,446 mi
Last recorded61,446 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ999 BNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 61,446 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 61,415 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is low. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 56,363 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 51,255 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 46,153 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2022 41,441 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 30,963 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 22,206 miles
Pass 18 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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J999 BNS is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J999 BNS, 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 J999 BNS registered?

J999 BNS is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2017.

Is J999 BNS safe to buy?

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