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ML13 HBZ

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,671 mi
Last recorded90,671 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML13 HBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 90,671 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 88,976 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 86,318 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 83,364 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 79,791 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 77,479 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 73,775 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 68,027 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 51,136 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 25,315 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 25,315 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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ML13 HBZ 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 90.9%.

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 ML13 HBZ, 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 ML13 HBZ registered?

ML13 HBZ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2013.

Is ML13 HBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML13 HBZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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