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KN17 YRC

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,451 mi
Last recorded54,451 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN17 YRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 54,451 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 47,521 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 47,452 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 41,925 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 34,989 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play joint facing down (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 28,299 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 24,132 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front wearing on outer edge's perishing and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 21,897 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on 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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KN17 YRC is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 YRC, 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 KN17 YRC registered?

KN17 YRC is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is KN17 YRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN17 YRC 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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