2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2.1L Diesel · DC17 PSX

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 11 September 2025 at 20,490 miles passed with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of passes since August 2022. The maintenance trend shows no worsening faults, recurring advisories, or structural concerns across the available history. The vehicle has covered just 20,490 miles in roughly nine years, averaging about 2,277 miles per year. Mileage rose from 15,100 miles at the 3 August 2022 test to 16,748 miles by 28 August 2023, then 18,584 miles in August 2024 and 20,490 miles in September 2025. This is a low and evenly spread annual accumulation with no sudden jumps. The record is sparse but entirely clean, showing only a failed entry on 28 August 2023 that was immediately retested the same day and passed at identical mileage with no defects logged, indicating an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection despite the spotless MOT trail. Low mileage with long standing periods can allow brake calipers to seize, tyres to develop sidewall cracking, and suspension bushes to harden without showing on a pass certificate. The DVSA data flags no corrosion, exhaust emissions issues, or worn brake discs, yet nine years of age warrants checking subframe condition and underbody integrity for hidden rust. Given the clean history and gentle use, previous owners appear to have kept the car lightly run and properly tested annually. The absence of advisories suggests basic upkeep was not neglected, though a pre-purchase mechanical check remains prudent on any nine-year-old vehicle.