Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Mercedes Benz E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto?

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 E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto?

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 E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto?

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.

Is the 2013 Mercedes Benz E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 109 vehicles, the 2013 Mercedes Benz E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Mercedes Benz E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto?

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 E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto (2013)

109 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.2% first-time pass rate

2013 Mercedes Benz E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto

CarHunch analysed 109 real MOT records for the 2013 Mercedes Benz E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto. 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 Mercedes-Benz E300 BlueTeC Hybrid is a serious reliability concern: just 6.9% pass first time versus the UK average of 80%, making it one of the poorest performers on record. The diesel-hybrid variant that dominates this cohort has an almost non-existent 0.9% pass rate, suggesting systemic issues with the hybrid powertrain or emission systems on these aging examples.

At 137,998 miles median, these cars are well-used but not exceptionally high-mileage for their age, yet they're still failing MOTs at staggering rates despite averaging almost no failures per vehicle on paper—a red flag suggesting borderline or chronic defects that teeter on the pass/fail line. If you're considering one, budget heavily for pre-purchase inspection focused on the hybrid system, diesel particulate filter, and emission controls, and avoid any example without full service history.

We have limited data for the 2013 Mercedes Benz E300 Bluetec Hybrid Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

91.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.04

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

138k

Middle half: 138k–138k

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These stats describe 109 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 109 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Electric Diesel (94%)	102	90.9%	0.01

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.04

Avg failures per vehicle

0.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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