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2013 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · KS13 GSY

KS13 GSY

2013 Mercedes-Benz C (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24 May 2013. Recorded mileage 70,490 miles. MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2013 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 14 Aug 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
70,490 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 14 Aug 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1595cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent test conducted in July 2025 at 70,490 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure was noted in August 2023, the subsequent two passes without advisories suggest that any identified issues were rectified and the vehicle has since remained in good order. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 70,490 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with an 8,000-mile interval between June 2022 and August 2023, and another 8,000 miles between August 2023 and July 2024. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it increases the likelihood of age-related degradation in rubber parts and fluid breakdown, as components often age over time rather than through friction. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to perishability despite low mileage. Given the clean MOT history in the last two years, there is no evidence of recurring structural corrosion or persistent brake faults, but one should still check for perished suspension bushes and split tyres that may dry out. Inspect the brake discs for pitting or surface rust, which can occur when vehicles sit for extended periods. The lack of advisories in the recent records is encouraging, but verify that scheduled servicing has been followed to maintain the current mechanical integrity.

KS13 GSY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2025
  • 70,490 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded 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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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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KS13 GSY Mileage History

  1. 15/06/202245,393 mi
  2. 15/08/202355,402 mi+10,009 mi
  3. 15/08/202355,402 mi
  4. 23/07/202463,388 mi+7,986 mi
  5. 25/07/202570,490 mi+7,102 mi

Average of roughly 8,070 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KS13 GSY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (KS13 GSY) between June 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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ADVISORY