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VK17 SFV

2017 Mercedes-benz B-class

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,353 mi
Last recorded66,353 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class35,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK17 SFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 66,353 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 60,311 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 60,309 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2024 55,634 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2024 55,634 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 May 2023 49,655 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 42,346 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 42,346 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 23 Nov 2021 34,561 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 26,550 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 24,125 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2020

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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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VK17 SFV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class in White 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 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 VK17 SFV, 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 VK17 SFV?

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What year was VK17 SFV registered?

VK17 SFV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 26 April 2017.

Is VK17 SFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK17 SFV 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.

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