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DK63 XBC

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2024
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

235,805 mi
Last recorded235,805 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK63 XBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 235,805 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 219,496 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 207,426 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRE TREADS LOW, BOTH WORN ON OUTER EDGE

N/S/C MARKER LAMP INOPERATIVE

SURFACE CORROSION ON BRAKE PIPES

Fail 23 Sep 2021 207,418 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

BOTH FRONT TYRE TREADS LOW, BOTH WORN ON OUTER EDGE

N/S/C MARKER LAMP INOPERATIVE

SURFACE CORROSION ON BRAKE PIPES

Pass 24 Sep 2020 190,562 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 190,557 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Sep 2019 170,637 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Sep 2019 170,636 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 142,995 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Two chips in swept area outside zone A. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 142,992 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour Black smoke (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Two chips in swept area outside zone A. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 119,521 miles

Central Front Vehicle structure has slight damage Bumper and cross member damaged (6.1.A.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2017 119,521 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance also insecure (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases From exhaust manifold. (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage Hazard plate bracket damaged creating a sharp facing forward and to the side. (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

Central Front Vehicle structure has slight damage Bumper and cross member damaged (6.1.A.1)

Hand brake slightly over adjusted

Nearside mirror housing broken, this also retains repeater lamp which is insecure

Pass 7 Sep 2016 88,183 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 88,182 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth brake pedal rubber (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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DK63 XBC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 136,051 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK63 XBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DK63 XBC registered?

DK63 XBC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 26 September 2013.

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