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BU13 XMC

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

130,547 mi
Last recorded130,547 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU13 XMC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 130,547 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2024 110,260 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 24 Jun 2024 110,258 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear ball joint as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2023 100,239 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Fail 14 Jul 2023 100,238 miles

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

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

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2022 92,377 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 92,377 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 78,388 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively front discs are slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 78,295 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 67,512 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 61,334 miles

vehicle fitted with engine shields limiting view on some components

vehicle fitted with under shields limiting view on some components

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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BU13 XMC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU13 XMC, 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 BU13 XMC registered?

BU13 XMC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2013.

Is BU13 XMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU13 XMC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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