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KJ17 VCP

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,165 mi
Last recorded40,165 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ17 VCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 40,165 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2026 40,165 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 37,878 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 35,102 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear inner pads 70% Worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 32,052 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 28,916 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 25,198 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 22,575 miles

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

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

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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KJ17 VCP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,991cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KJ17 VCP, 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

How do I check the history of KJ17 VCP?

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What year was KJ17 VCP registered?

KJ17 VCP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 August 2017.

Is KJ17 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ17 VCP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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