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KJ17 SMV

2017 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,299 mi
Last recorded36,299 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class35,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ17 SMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 36,299 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 32,987 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 28,095 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 28,095 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 26,058 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 23,336 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 20,234 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 20,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 17,361 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?

Based on 984,871 MOT tests across 77,700 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,590
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
77,700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,159
coil spring broken 5,250
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KJ17 SMV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 35,198 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 B-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJ17 SMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz B-class typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of KJ17 SMV?

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What year was KJ17 SMV registered?

KJ17 SMV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 16 June 2017.

Is KJ17 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ17 SMV 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.

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