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BU13 XUD

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,413 mi
Last recorded81,413 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 81,413 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 77,175 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 77,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 73,288 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play minor (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 68,887 miles

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

Rear tyres slightly low at 2.9/3.1mm

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2022 63,816 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 55,853 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 52,246 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 47,783 miles

Rear tyres wearing slightly low (2.5mm)

Pass 20 Mar 2018 42,269 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 35,346 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 27,032 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 XUD 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 91.7%.

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 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 XUD, 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 XUD registered?

BU13 XUD is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is BU13 XUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU13 XUD 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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