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FV13 RVC

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,840 mi
Last recorded122,840 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 RVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 122,840 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 122,839 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Engine MIL light On (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Tyre date code illegible or not visible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle on a minibus with a single wheel fitment Both Side Front (5.2.3 (n) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate Airbag Light On (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 105,743 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 93,519 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 87,674 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 72,654 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 61,323 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 50,893 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 43,420 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 33,833 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 23,742 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 16,314 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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FV13 RVC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FV13 RVC, 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 FV13 RVC registered?

FV13 RVC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2013.

Is FV13 RVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 RVC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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