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BF13 ZGB

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,317 mi
Last recorded105,317 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF13 ZGB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 105,317 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2025 99,138 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 21 May 2024 93,591 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 78,312 miles

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2021 55,199 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 53,173 miles

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch cover insecure

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer tyre wall cut in several places. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 50,910 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 49,574 miles

covers prevent full inspection to some components

Pass 5 Sep 2017 46,164 miles

e.m.l on dash

Fail 5 Sep 2017 46,164 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

e.m.l on dash

Pass 23 Aug 2016 36,868 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2016 36,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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BF13 ZGB is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 BF13 ZGB, 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.

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What year was BF13 ZGB registered?

BF13 ZGB is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 April 2013.

Is BF13 ZGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF13 ZGB 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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