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MT13 SFU

2013 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

157,333 mi
Last recorded157,333 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz C67,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT13 SFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2025 157,333 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 143,247 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 143,247 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 29 Oct 2023 131,407 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear, outer shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2023 131,407 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear, outer shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 121,041 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 104,344 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 96,230 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 89,133 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 81,481 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 74,910 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 60,384 miles

internal headlamp aim adjusted

Fail 21 Jun 2016 60,384 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

internal headlamp aim adjusted

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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MT13 SFU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 MT13 SFU, 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 MT13 SFU?

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What year was MT13 SFU registered?

MT13 SFU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is MT13 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT13 SFU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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