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KS13 FDZ

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,281 mi
Last recorded107,281 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS13 FDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 107,281 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

under trays and other covers and guards obscuring view to components / structure

Pass 16 Jan 2025 107,080 miles

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

Nearside Front brake pipe unions corroding

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front brake unions corroded

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake pipe unions corroded

vehicle fitted with under trays and other covers / guards obscuring view to components / structure

Pass 15 Jan 2024 107,057 miles

vehicle fitted with under trays and other covers / guards obscuring view to components / structure

Fail 11 Jan 2024 107,055 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))

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

vehicle fitted with under trays and other covers / guards obscuring view to components / structure

Pass 31 Jan 2023 104,403 miles

Offside Rear park brake not as officiant as it could be

vehicle fitted with suspension arm covers , under trays , wheel arch liners , body sill covers and engine cover obscuring view to components

Fail 25 Jan 2023 104,395 miles

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

Offside Rear park brake not as officiant as it could be

vehicle fitted with suspension arm covers , under trays , wheel arch liners , body sill covers and engine cover obscuring view to components

Pass 11 Jan 2022 103,601 miles

Offside Front tyre tread worn on outer edge

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

vehicle fitted with under trays wheel arch liners , body sill covers , suspension arm covers and engine cover obscuring view to components and vehicle structure

Pass 7 Jan 2021 102,231 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 98,776 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

vehicle fitted with under trays , wheel arch liners , suspension arm covers , body sill covers and engine cover obscuring view to components

Pass 4 Jul 2018 94,829 miles

vehicle fitted with under trays,wheel arch liners ,body sill covers and engine cover obscuring view of components

Pass 4 Jul 2017 90,292 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 84,873 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KS13 FDZ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 KS13 FDZ, 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

How do I check the history of KS13 FDZ?

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What year was KS13 FDZ registered?

KS13 FDZ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2013.

Is KS13 FDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS13 FDZ 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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