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FM13 JYW

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,199 mi
Last recorded115,199 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM13 JYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 115,199 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 105,714 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front cornering bulb not working

Pass 2 Feb 2022 97,430 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 90,059 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 83,875 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Front indicators warning showing fault but indicators working at time of test

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

tested in a wet condition

Pass 8 Feb 2019 78,211 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

under tray fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 18 Jan 2018 70,742 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 70,742 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 59,480 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear both tyres slightly worn

under tray cover fitted not allowed for full inspection of vehicle underneath.

Pass 16 Jul 2016 53,278 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 53,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FM13 JYW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FM13 JYW, 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 FM13 JYW registered?

FM13 JYW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2013.

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The MOT history for FM13 JYW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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