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DR 280

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,227 mi
Last recorded54,227 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR 280
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 54,227 miles

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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 13 Jan 2025 50,373 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 46,934 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 43,087 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 36,413 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 29,363 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 25,192 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 24,314 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Jan 2018 21,543 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 18,388 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 14,635 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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DR 280 is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DR 280, 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 DR 280?

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What year was DR 280 registered?

DR 280 is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2013.

Is DR 280 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DR 280 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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