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J19 GJW

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

178,962 mi
Last recorded178,962 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ19 GJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 178,962 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 170,879 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (o/s & n/s) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (o/s& n/s) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 165,018 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 162,204 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 143,347 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 120,905 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 92,771 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 May 2019 92,771 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 May 2018 77,413 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 61,190 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 46,638 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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J19 GJW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J19 GJW, 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 J19 GJW registered?

J19 GJW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2013.

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The MOT history for J19 GJW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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