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KS13 OFC

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

102,951 mi
Last recorded102,951 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS13 OFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 102,951 miles
Fail 2 May 2026 102,952 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2025 82,866 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 82,866 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2024 63,046 miles

Front Road wheel fixing missing both (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Road wheel fixing missing both (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2024 63,045 miles

Front Road wheel fixing missing both (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Road wheel fixing missing both (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2024 63,029 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 48,588 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2023 48,588 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 30,366 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 29,472 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 26,265 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2020 26,265 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2019 24,734 miles

Engine covers and under trays present impeding inspection.

Pass 25 May 2018 23,421 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 21,932 miles

offside front and both rear tyres perished

Fail 22 May 2017 21,932 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front and both rear tyres perished

Pass 27 May 2016 19,345 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 19,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 OFC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 OFC, 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.

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What year was KS13 OFC registered?

KS13 OFC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2013.

Is KS13 OFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS13 OFC shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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