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LG13 VLH

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,601 mi
Last recorded121,601 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG13 VLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 121,601 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 121,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2023 113,298 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 99,693 miles

Offside Front Upper windscreen chip

Pass 1 Jun 2021 82,322 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 80,927 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack on the nearside (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 70,151 miles

nearside and offside front tyre treads wearing slightly on the outer edges

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 20 Feb 2020 70,042 miles

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

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

nearside and offside front tyre treads wearing slightly on the outer edges

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Feb 2019 59,257 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 59,257 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 50,122 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 50,122 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 42,471 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 33,111 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 33,111 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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LG13 VLH 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 LG13 VLH, 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

How do I check the history of LG13 VLH?

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What year was LG13 VLH registered?

LG13 VLH is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is LG13 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG13 VLH 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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