Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A (2013)

Q: Is the 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 121 vehicles, the 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

121 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.6% first-time pass rate

2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A

CarHunch analysed 121 real MOT records for the 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2013 C200 CDI is a real concern: only 48.2% pass their MOT first time, well below the UK average of 80%, and with zero dangerous defects recorded across the 121 vehicles analysed, the issue isn't safety but persistent mechanical failures. The median CarHunch score of 50 reflects a car that's struggling to stay compliant.

At nearly 95,000 miles on average, these cars are carrying typical mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 0.64 failures per vehicle—suggesting inherent reliability weaknesses rather than just wear-and-tear. Before buying one, budget for remedial work and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the fuel system and engine bay, since repeated MOT visits indicate systemic issues that won't resolve themselves.

We have limited data for the 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

84.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.64

Over 4.1 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

92k

Middle half: 73k–111k

For context

These stats describe 121 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 121 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

92,152

typical

73,322

low mileage

110,503

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A vehicles fall between 73,322 and 110,503 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 73,322 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 73,322–110,503 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy As sit.

⚠ Over 149,179 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Mercedes Benz C200 Executive SE CDI Bluecy As are still on the road.

Strong survival — 52 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.64

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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