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CG05 LET

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

122,932 mi
Last recorded122,932 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCG05 LET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 122,932 miles

Manufactures under body covers fitted, restricting inspection of components

Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR and OSR worn inner edges 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2026 122,932 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Manufactures under body covers fitted, restricting inspection of components

Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR and OSR worn inner edges 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 117,777 miles

(Manufacture inner wheel arch cover fitted restricting inspection of components) (Manufactures suspension component covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Manufactures undertray fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Fail 31 Jan 2025 117,777 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

(Manufacture inner wheel arch cover fitted restricting inspection of components) (Manufactures suspension component covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test (Air freshener from rear view mirror) ()

Manufactures undertray fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Pass 5 Feb 2024 110,683 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 110,647 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault AIR BAG (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear 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 27 Jan 2023 102,721 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 102,721 miles

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

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 92,403 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2022 92,402 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 83,392 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 69,809 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 69,809 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 58,432 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 47,381 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2018 47,334 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2017 35,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front inner pads low both sides (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 27,769 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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CG05 LET is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 CG05 LET, 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 CG05 LET registered?

CG05 LET is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2013.

Is CG05 LET safe to buy?

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