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GF13 TLK

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,490 mi
Last recorded139,490 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF13 TLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 139,490 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 132,522 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 126,124 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 120,194 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2022 120,194 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2021 111,152 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive lower undertray saturated with oil from engine or box needs further investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertray fitted preventing some underside inspection

Fail 24 May 2021 111,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive lower undertray saturated with oil from engine or box needs further investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertray fitted preventing some underside inspection

Pass 13 Jun 2020 104,770 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre repairable. ()

Pass 24 May 2019 96,409 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

Nearside Front tyre slight wear on edges

Nearside Rear bald on inner edge

Offside Front tyre slight wear on edges

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 87,439 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 31 May 2017 77,839 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped.

n/s/f tyre has is wearing more on the inner and outer edges.

o/s/f tyre is bold on the outer edge.

slight play in o/s rack end ball joint.

Pass 13 Jun 2016 68,330 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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GF13 TLK is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GF13 TLK, 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 GF13 TLK registered?

GF13 TLK is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 June 2013.

Is GF13 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF13 TLK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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