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KS17 ULG

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,517 mi
Last recorded52,517 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS17 ULG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 52,517 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 41,724 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 41,720 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 39,720 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 35,824 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2024 35,811 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 29,204 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 23,707 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 18,121 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 18,121 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/4518 deep cracking in tread and edges worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/4018 cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/4518 deep cracking in tread and edges worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/4018 cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 15,030 miles
Pass 17 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 ULG is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ULG, 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 ULG?

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What year was KS17 ULG registered?

KS17 ULG is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 April 2017.

Is KS17 ULG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS17 ULG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS17 ULG have outstanding finance?

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