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AE63 VKU

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,662 mi
Last recorded129,662 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 VKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 129,662 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and back (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 120,399 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Fail 31 Jan 2025 120,399 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Pass 1 Feb 2024 109,053 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 93,952 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 79,793 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under engine and sill tray cover fitted , obscuring side components.

Pass 13 Jan 2021 60,190 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under engine tray cover fitted , obscuring side components.

Pass 13 Jan 2020 47,517 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 43,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 43,601 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 26,691 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Aug 2016 20,184 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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AE63 VKU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 67,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE63 VKU, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE63 VKU registered?

AE63 VKU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2013.

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The MOT history for AE63 VKU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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