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A5 JKV

2013 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,148 mi
Last recorded85,148 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class53,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 JKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 85,148 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 78,741 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 71,583 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 71,583 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 70,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front left malfunction warning on central display

Pass 21 Jul 2022 67,383 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 64,796 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 62,595 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 58,020 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 14 Jun 2018 50,368 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 41,145 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres perished

n/s/f tyre punctured

Pass 13 Jun 2016 31,873 miles

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

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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A5 JKV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 A5 JKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 JKV?

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What year was A5 JKV registered?

A5 JKV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 18 June 2013.

Is A5 JKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 JKV 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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