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KR13 UBS

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

176,486 mi
Last recorded176,486 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR13 UBS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 176,486 miles

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

UNDERTRAY FITTED

Fail 25 Jul 2026 176,486 miles

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

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

UNDERTRAY FITTED

Pass 27 Jun 2025 163,077 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2025 163,077 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 7 Jun 2025 162,718 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 147,658 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2024 147,655 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 142,367 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Wear to N/S/F Tyre

Pass 30 May 2022 137,147 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 118,343 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 102,537 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 87,633 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 71,443 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 54,288 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 37,557 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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KR13 UBS is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 KR13 UBS, 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 KR13 UBS registered?

KR13 UBS is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is KR13 UBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR13 UBS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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