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KS13 HWF

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

101,355 mi
Last recorded101,355 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS13 HWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2026 101,355 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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))

Fail 30 Sep 2026 101,331 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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))

Pass 12 Nov 2025 95,424 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 95,424 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 87,635 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 87,635 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 81,609 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 75,299 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 75,299 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 71,268 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 71,268 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2020 66,777 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 58,945 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 51,731 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 46,618 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 46,480 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre cracking

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

Offside Front Tyre cracking

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 33,819 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 HWF is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 KS13 HWF, 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 HWF registered?

KS13 HWF is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2013.

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