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KS13 GRU

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,110 mi
Last recorded131,110 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 131,110 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 131,110 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 118,546 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 108,912 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 98,821 miles

Under trays fitted on.

Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2022 98,821 miles

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

Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted on.

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 87,987 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 82,045 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 82,045 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre has multiple deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn and rubber is perished/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn and rubber is perished/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2019 71,103 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 51,812 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 40,580 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 33,767 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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KS13 GRU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KS13 GRU, 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 KS13 GRU registered?

KS13 GRU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2013.

Is KS13 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS13 GRU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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