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VM 13

2018 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

71,662 mi
Last recorded71,662 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz B-class28,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVM 13
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 71,662 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2026 69,594 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2025 78,469 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 62,062 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 75,602 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 52,933 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 72,103 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 42,247 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 68,835 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 34,048 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 64,741 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 31,869 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 61,781 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 25,126 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 59,294 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 56,092 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 56,082 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 52,432 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 48,480 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 45,873 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 45,873 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 34,699 miles

o/s/r brake disc scored

Pass 29 Apr 2014 21,583 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?

Based on 984,871 MOT tests across 77,700 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,590
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
77,700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,159
coil spring broken 5,250
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VM 13 is a 2018 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 28,461 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz B-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VM 13, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz B-class typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VM 13 registered?

VM 13 is a 2018 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 20 June 2018.

Is VM 13 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VM 13 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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