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BU13 XRZ

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,566 mi
Last recorded92,566 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU13 XRZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 92,566 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 84,650 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 76,659 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 76,568 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 69,688 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 99,174 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 99,174 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 87,100 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 74,094 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 59,396 miles
Pass 29 May 2017 44,670 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bothside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2016 17,968 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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BU13 XRZ 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 BU13 XRZ, 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 XRZ registered?

BU13 XRZ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is BU13 XRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU13 XRZ 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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