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JA55 PLR

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,684 mi
Last recorded75,684 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA55 PLR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 75,684 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 72,095 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 72,095 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 65,587 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 59,873 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 59,873 miles

Registration plate incorrect both (0.1 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 52,784 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 49,453 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 47,241 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 42,759 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 35,062 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 28,283 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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JA55 PLR is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 JA55 PLR, 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 JA55 PLR registered?

JA55 PLR is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2013.

Is JA55 PLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for JA55 PLR 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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