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2013 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.8L Diesel · PJZ 8002

PJZ 8002

2013 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (1.8L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2013. Recorded mileage 93,725 miles. MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
Year / Origin
2013 · Preston
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 22 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
93,725 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

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 22 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2013
Engine
1796cc
Mechanical Assessment

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

The roadworthiness status of this Mercedes-Benz B-Class appears superficially stable based on the most recent test from November 22, 2025, at an unrecorded or stable mileage, which resulted in a pass following a failure the previous day. This pattern of failing a test and immediately passing the next day occurred twice, specifically during the November 2024 testing cycle as well, which indicates administrative or rectification resets rather than ongoing mechanical improvement. The record lacks any detailed defect notes or advisories across all five listed entries, presenting a clean paperwork trail that prevents direct tracking of consumable wear or structural corrosion through the official data alone. The vehicle has accumulated 93,725 miles over its thirteen-year lifespan, averaging approximately 7,210 miles annually, which sits well within typical UK driving patterns. The MOT history shows regular annual testing every November from 2023 through 2025 without extended gaps in the timeline. This consistent testing cadence suggests standard yearly usage rather than prolonged periods of sitting idle or extreme high-mileage accumulation. Sparse data in the advisory sections means the mileage has not yet been correlated in the official record with documented component degradation. A physical inspection must focus heavily on common wear items for this chassis that may have bypassed the sparse MOT notes, specifically suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs. Potential buyers should verify the condition of the braking system and steering components independently, as the lack of recorded advisories does not guarantee the absence of underlying mechanical wear. Lifting the vehicle on a ramp is essential to inspect the structural integrity of the subframes and check for any hidden fluid leaks from the drivetrain.

PJZ 8002 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/11/2025
  • 93,725 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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PJZ 8002 Mileage History

  1. 17/11/202379,403 mi
  2. 22/11/202487,495 mi+8,092 mi
  3. 22/11/202487,498 mi+3 mi
  4. 21/11/202593,725 mi+6,227 mi
  5. 22/11/202593,725 mi

Average of roughly 7,107 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

PJZ 8002 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 15:09
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 B-Class (PJZ 8002) between November 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 22 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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

In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))”.

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