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KN17 XKV

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,253 mi
Last recorded76,253 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN17 XKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 76,253 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 70,144 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 67,126 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 64,968 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 61,880 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))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 61,880 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))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 42,316 miles

Front number plate damaged / cracked

Pass 26 Feb 2020 33,989 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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KN17 XKV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel 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 KN17 XKV, 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 KN17 XKV?

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What year was KN17 XKV registered?

KN17 XKV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 March 2017.

Is KN17 XKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN17 XKV 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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