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KS17 MKJ

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,280 mi
Last recorded98,280 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS17 MKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 98,280 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2026 98,280 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 96,686 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 96,296 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 90,120 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play shocker bolts to it (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play shocker bolts to it (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 79,899 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2023 79,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 77,361 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 71,057 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 59,118 miles
Pass 27 Apr 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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KS17 MKJ is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS17 MKJ, 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 KS17 MKJ?

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What year was KS17 MKJ registered?

KS17 MKJ is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 May 2017.

Is KS17 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS17 MKJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS17 MKJ have outstanding finance?

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