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KN13 FYM

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

172,142 mi
Last recorded172,142 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN13 FYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 172,142 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2025 172,131 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended seat belt jammed not releasing (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front suspension arm rubber bush and ball joint on same arm worn to excess marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front suspension arm rubber bush and ball joint on same arm worn to excess marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated plastic lever cover/handle snapped off (1.1.6 (d))

Central Exhaust mounting defective metal exhaust clamp corroded and cracking (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front rear suspension x2 lower arms /rubber bushes splitting and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose /rattling

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front rear suspension x2 lower arm /rubber bushes splitting /worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very low on inner edges 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 164,605 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 142,785 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 124,287 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 124,287 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2022 123,686 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 123,683 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 119,363 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 119,360 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb insecure (4.1.2 (c))

Passenger's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 106,041 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 105,455 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 83,559 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 83,559 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 73,892 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 62,263 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 59,757 miles

Engine cover fitted- unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted- unable to fully inspect.

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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KN13 FYM is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KN13 FYM, 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 KN13 FYM registered?

KN13 FYM is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 April 2013.

Is KN13 FYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN13 FYM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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