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DXZ 8865

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Yellow Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

143,490 mi
Last recorded143,490 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXZ 8865
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 143,490 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Feb 2026 143,490 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 131,192 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 131,192 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 115,047 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 115,047 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 112,708 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2020 112,666 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 112,664 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Exhaust fumes entering cabin engine injector leaking gas (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2020 112,626 miles

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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DXZ 8865 is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Yellow with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DXZ 8865, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DXZ 8865?

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What year was DXZ 8865 registered?

DXZ 8865 is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 14 January 2013.

Is DXZ 8865 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXZ 8865 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DXZ 8865 have outstanding finance?

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