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LP13 TDZ

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

144,301 mi
Last recorded144,301 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 144,301 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2026 144,301 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 132,919 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 117,397 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 101,001 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 84,693 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 70,003 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 60,384 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 56,618 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 50,671 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 44,210 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 44,218 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2019 36,894 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 30,469 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 23,129 miles

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

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

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

emissions too low for smoke meter to detect

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2016 14,962 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 TDZ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TDZ, 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 TDZ registered?

LP13 TDZ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is LP13 TDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP13 TDZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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