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LS13 GHU

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

174,784 mi
Last recorded174,784 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS13 GHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 174,784 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust flexi outer skin burst

Fail 8 Aug 2023 174,784 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (rear arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust flexi outer skin burst

Pass 17 Jun 2022 164,979 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 164,968 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 151,797 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2020 147,040 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 137,415 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 May 2018 126,975 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 126,975 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 115,799 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 98,109 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted 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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LS13 GHU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LS13 GHU, 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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What year was LS13 GHU registered?

LS13 GHU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 May 2013.

Is LS13 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS13 GHU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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