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AD03 ALE

2013 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,250 mi
Last recorded81,250 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class53,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 ALE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 81,250 miles

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 6 Nov 2024 77,346 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 68,506 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 68,506 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2022 58,127 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 51,882 miles

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

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))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 47,790 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 43,954 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 36,579 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed off outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 27,292 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 26,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 20,456 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 60% worn-discs 30% worn (3.5.1g)

items removed from rear view mirror prior to test

nearside front wiper smearing slightly

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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AD03 ALE is a 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black 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 AD03 ALE, 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 AD03 ALE?

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What year was AD03 ALE registered?

AD03 ALE is a 2013 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 29 March 2013.

Is AD03 ALE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 ALE 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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