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2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · AV13 ABX

AV13 ABX

2013 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 29 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 101,919 miles. MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2013 · Ipswich
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 12 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
101,919 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-11-13 at 101,919 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. Earlier tests, including a failure on 2025-10-16 at 101,915 miles (no defects noted), suggest no critical issues requiring immediate attention. The absence of recorded defects across multiple annual inspections implies consistent adherence to roadworthiness standards, though the failure in October 2025—despite no defects—may indicate procedural or administrative reasons unrelated to mechanical condition. Mileage progression aligns with typical usage for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging ~7,840 miles annually. The 2024-10-15 test at 95,822 miles and 2023-10-13 test at 89,877 miles show steady annual increases, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged inactivity. The 2022-10-07 test at 86,518 miles further confirms this pattern. The record lacks anomalies, suggesting the vehicle has been driven regularly without excessive wear on consumables or major components. While no structural or mechanical faults are documented, a buyer should verify suspension integrity, particularly coil springs and bushes, given the age. Brake systems, including calipers and discs, warrant inspection for corrosion or uneven wear, as these can develop over time. The absence of exhaust emissions or corrosion notes in the record is positive, but a physical check for rust on underbody panels and chassis seams is advisable to confirm long-term durability.

AV13 ABX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2025
  • 101,919 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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AV13 ABX Mileage History

  1. 07/10/202286,518 mi
  2. 13/10/202389,877 mi+3,359 mi
  3. 15/10/202495,822 mi+5,945 mi
  4. 16/10/2025101,915 mi+6,093 mi
  5. 13/11/2025101,919 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 4,964 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AV13 ABX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 16:08
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (AV13 ABX) between October 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Sub-frame fractured rear lower control arm has detached from sub frame due to corrosion dangerous to drive ”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn nsf rear control arm ball joint excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) ”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nsf front lower control arm bush excessive movement (5.”.

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