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DY63 VAU

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,679 mi
Last recorded86,679 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY63 VAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 86,679 miles

Offside Rear Inner brake dust shield corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2026 86,679 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner brake dust shield corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2025 81,025 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 75,260 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 75,260 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2023 70,400 miles

Nearside Rear hand brake low effort

Pass 26 Aug 2022 65,044 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 59,560 miles

Nearside Rear hand brake low effort

Pass 28 Aug 2020 53,887 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 48,840 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 40,830 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 33,992 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 26,558 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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DY63 VAU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DY63 VAU, 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 DY63 VAU?

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What year was DY63 VAU registered?

DY63 VAU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 October 2013.

Is DY63 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY63 VAU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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