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OW66 RCU

2017 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,993 mi
Last recorded59,993 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class35,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW66 RCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 59,993 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 90% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 59,993 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 90% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 55,443 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2.5mm tread/misshapen (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 51,255 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 46,432 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2023 46,430 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 40,571 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 35,500 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 31,240 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?

Based on 984,871 MOT tests across 77,700 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,590
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
77,700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,159
coil spring broken 5,250
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OW66 RCU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 35,198 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 B-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW66 RCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz B-class typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OW66 RCU?

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What year was OW66 RCU registered?

OW66 RCU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 20 February 2017.

Is OW66 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW66 RCU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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