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LF13 DMO

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,497 mi
Last recorded105,497 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 DMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 105,497 miles

All under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 103,840 miles

all under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2024 102,271 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 99,818 miles

Nail in tyre offside rear

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 86,639 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing very low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing very low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on edges and central tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 78,154 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 78,154 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 70,775 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 60,632 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 50,671 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 39,073 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 29,686 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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LF13 DMO is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LF13 DMO, 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 LF13 DMO registered?

LF13 DMO is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2013.

Is LF13 DMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 DMO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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