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A13 XLV

2016 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

50,771 mi
Last recorded50,771 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 XLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 50,771 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 50,771 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing two wheel bolts missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2025 45,915 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 100,659 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 42,491 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 89,376 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 39,194 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 39,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2023 78,742 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 78,742 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2022 34,248 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 34,248 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 67,261 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 29,210 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 57,079 miles

minor stone chip to front screen

Fail 26 Mar 2021 57,079 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape and stepping 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

minor stone chip to front screen

Pass 30 Jul 2020 25,204 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 50,906 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 20,876 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Feb 2019 43,099 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Jan 2018 36,522 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 35,673 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and under trays fitted covering some components

Pass 13 Feb 2016 33,674 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 31,854 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 28,986 miles

additional rear nearside side light in boot inop

Pass 21 Mar 2013 24,927 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 19,517 miles

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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A13 XLV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 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 A13 XLV, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A13 XLV registered?

A13 XLV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is A13 XLV safe to buy?

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