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LO13 JRU

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

99,667 mi
Last recorded99,667 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO13 JRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 99,667 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays installed

Pass 5 Aug 2025 97,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Fail 5 Aug 2025 97,116 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2024 93,389 miles

Under trays fitted covering testable components

Pass 21 Jul 2023 85,176 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring the view of testable items

Fail 20 Jul 2023 85,155 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring the view of testable items

Pass 21 Jul 2022 71,651 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 66,298 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 60,293 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 53,853 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 45,095 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 35,025 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 19,184 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 19,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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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LO13 JRU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LO13 JRU, 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 LO13 JRU registered?

LO13 JRU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is LO13 JRU safe to buy?

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