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LL63 XVH

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

164,832 mi
Last recorded164,832 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL63 XVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 164,832 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Jan 2025 164,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Feb 2024 149,394 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2024 149,383 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 140,857 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 137,062 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 133,120 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 130,769 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2021 130,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed ALL FOUR TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2020 104,643 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 104,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 76,654 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 62,118 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 49,819 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 34,502 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 29,247 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 29,247 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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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LL63 XVH is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LL63 XVH, 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 LL63 XVH registered?

LL63 XVH is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2013.

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