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FY63 XDF

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

197,597 mi
Last recorded197,597 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY63 XDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 197,597 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2026 197,597 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 181,716 miles

Both rear backplates corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2025 181,382 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both rear backplates corroded

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 166,058 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively discs warped (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively handbrake binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2024 166,058 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively discs warped (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively handbrake binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 149,359 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 134,735 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 134,735 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 118,353 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Stone Chips Front Screen.

Pass 2 Jun 2020 104,969 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 104,969 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 93,637 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 77,894 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 28 Nov 2017 76,808 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 72,237 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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FY63 XDF is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FY63 XDF, 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 FY63 XDF registered?

FY63 XDF is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2013.

Is FY63 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY63 XDF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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