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LP13 MVK

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

170,640 mi
Last recorded170,640 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP13 MVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 170,640 miles

Handbrake release handle weak

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (245/40 17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 165,870 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 162,342 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 249,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (245/40 17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (Alloy S Shape) Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 145,077 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wear to edges, 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 131,925 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 124,490 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 116,071 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 102,605 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 86,596 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Sep 2017 86,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 68,808 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner Bead Rim. (4.2.A.1a)

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 MVK is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 MVK, 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 MVK?

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What year was LP13 MVK registered?

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

Is LP13 MVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP13 MVK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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