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KW17 VYP

2017 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,974 mi
Last recorded59,974 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz A-class44,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW17 VYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 59,974 miles

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

Rear Both Rear rigid brake pipe casings swelling

Pass 13 Nov 2024 52,661 miles

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 2 Nov 2023 45,881 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 Nov 2023 45,881 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (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 18 Aug 2022 34,984 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin lower on o/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 29,744 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 23,362 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2020

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How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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KW17 VYP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz A-class 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 A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 44,481 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW17 VYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KW17 VYP registered?

KW17 VYP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 May 2017.

Is KW17 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW17 VYP 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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