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DF13 OFC

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,291 mi
Last recorded131,291 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 OFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 131,291 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 120,931 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 108,097 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2023 108,097 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 97,678 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 89,213 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 77,584 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 77,584 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2019 68,644 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 55,944 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 44,291 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 33,633 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 33,633 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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DF13 OFC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DF13 OFC, 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

How do I check the history of DF13 OFC?

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What year was DF13 OFC registered?

DF13 OFC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is DF13 OFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 OFC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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