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A18 BUT

2013 Mercedes-benz B-class

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,961 mi
Last recorded43,961 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class53,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 BUT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 43,961 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 41,383 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 39,810 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 39,809 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 31 May 2023 37,295 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 34,326 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 30,065 miles

front tyres close to limit

Pass 3 Jul 2020 28,395 miles

front pads 4 mm discs worn

nearside front tyre 4 mm & worn on edges

Pass 23 May 2019 24,738 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 21,418 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 18,292 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

lip on front discs

Pass 23 May 2016 13,690 miles

Emissions too clean to measure a reading

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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A18 BUT is a 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 53,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A18 BUT, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 BUT registered?

A18 BUT is a 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 19 June 2013.

Is A18 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 BUT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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