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J333 OTS

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,316 mi
Last recorded103,316 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ333 OTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 103,316 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 103,143 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Power steering malfunctioning message on dash (2.1.5 (a))

Front pads and discs worn

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 94,492 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 83,805 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 80,423 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 74,468 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 69,115 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 64,285 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 44,424 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2018 416,312 miles

under cover tray fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2017 35,584 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 32,962 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 29,906 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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J333 OTS is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J333 OTS, 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.

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What year was J333 OTS registered?

J333 OTS is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 February 2013.

Is J333 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J333 OTS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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