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LB13 FMJ

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,539 mi
Last recorded83,539 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB13 FMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2026 83,539 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2025 74,453 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise both rear tyres getting low tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 63,770 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt unable to do full inspection of belt webbing.

Nearside Rear Parking brake performance low

Pass 11 Oct 2023 58,147 miles

emissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM

Pass 18 Oct 2022 52,773 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 51,598 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 51,597 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))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 47,959 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 45,993 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 41,297 miles

Nail in tyre offside front

Pass 30 Apr 2018 37,799 miles

advise , both rear tyres balding inner edges , close to limits

Fail 30 Apr 2018 37,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (4.1.D.1a)

advise , both rear tyres balding inner edges , close to limits

Pass 4 May 2017 33,607 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 25,296 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 25,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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LB13 FMJ 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 80%.

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 LB13 FMJ, 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 LB13 FMJ registered?

LB13 FMJ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 July 2013.

Is LB13 FMJ safe to buy?

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