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LP62 YYU

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

130,931 mi
Last recorded130,931 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP62 YYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 130,931 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Side skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.

Pass 27 Apr 2022 119,607 miles

Side skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.

The exhaust emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM couldn’t register the reading. Emissions to clean - limit 0.51

Pass 8 Feb 2021 108,538 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

The exhaust emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM couldn’t register the reading. Emissions to clean.

Pass 8 Feb 2020 99,465 miles

The exhaust emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM couldn’t register the reading. Emissions to clean.

Fail 8 Feb 2020 99,432 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

The exhaust emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM couldn’t register the reading. Emissions to clean.

Pass 2 Feb 2019 89,057 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 84,581 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 84,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 63,272 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play adjustable (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2/3mm (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play adjustable (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 47,315 miles

Engine Cover and Under Tray Fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2016 42,116 miles

n/s/f tyre excessively worn on outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

rear suspension shock absorbers have a negligible damping effect

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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LP62 YYU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LP62 YYU, 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.

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LP62 YYU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 February 2013.

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