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KV13 XJK

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,567 mi
Last recorded98,567 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV13 XJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 98,567 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 94,688 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2024 94,688 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 90,954 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 90,954 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 84,796 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 78,993 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 78,993 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 69,145 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2020 69,105 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 61,901 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 49,044 miles

Nearside Rear 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 13 Oct 2017 37,979 miles

Emissions blip not detected.

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre has cuts in outer side wall and tread low on edges.

Nearside Rear Tyre tread low on inner edge.

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre has cuts on outer and inner side wall. Tyre treadlow on edges.

Fail 12 Oct 2017 37,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Emissions blip not detected.

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre has cuts in outer side wall and tread low on edges.

Nearside Rear Tyre tread low on inner edge.

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre has cuts on outer and inner side wall. Tyre treadlow on edges.

Pass 3 Sep 2016 26,022 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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KV13 XJK is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KV13 XJK, 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 KV13 XJK registered?

KV13 XJK is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 August 2013.

Is KV13 XJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV13 XJK shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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