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LS13 TFU

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,154 mi
Last recorded52,154 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 52,154 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 47,619 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 May 2024 47,619 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 5 May 2023 41,390 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 41,390 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 34,694 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 30,854 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 27,563 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 19,671 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 16,609 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 14,883 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 11,553 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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LS13 TFU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 LS13 TFU, 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 LS13 TFU?

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What year was LS13 TFU registered?

LS13 TFU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is LS13 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS13 TFU 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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