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LP13 FCV

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

141,169 mi
Last recorded141,169 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP13 FCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 141,169 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 128,604 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 128,103 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 114,191 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 102,466 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 91,415 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 79,127 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 65,575 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 65,569 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped tyre on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 55,150 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 43,048 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 32,722 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 22,379 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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LP13 FCV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 LP13 FCV, 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 LP13 FCV?

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What year was LP13 FCV registered?

LP13 FCV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is LP13 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP13 FCV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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