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LP13 GVM

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,388 mi
Last recorded103,388 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP13 GVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 103,388 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2025 103,278 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 102,322 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 101,363 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 99,188 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 96,513 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 94,853 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 91,565 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 89,480 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 81,189 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 74,321 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2016 74,321 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on both edges close to excessive (4.1.E.1)

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 GVM is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GVM, 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 LP13 GVM registered?

LP13 GVM is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 July 2013.

Is LP13 GVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP13 GVM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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