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LM13 SXK

2013 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,560 mi
Last recorded98,560 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz 25065,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM13 SXK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2026 98,560 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 97,563 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 97,198 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 96,118 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 89,409 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 86,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm across center (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 86,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm across center (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 78,399 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 70,693 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 70,693 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 66,253 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 66,253 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 53,173 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 41,722 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 32,761 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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LM13 SXK is a 2013 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 65,758 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 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM13 SXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM13 SXK registered?

LM13 SXK is a 2013 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 March 2013.

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