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EX13 FLG

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

261,158 mi
Last recorded261,158 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX13 FLG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 261,158 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 261,151 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail universal/joint (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2025 246,310 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 246,310 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 234,426 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 216,055 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 193,618 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly Cracking on Inner Tread Area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2022 193,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly Cracking on Inner Tread Area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 173,450 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 156,367 miles

Offside Rear Rear red reflector missing, however a suitable reflector is present on the rear step

Fail 24 Mar 2020 156,367 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear red reflector missing, however a suitable reflector is present on the rear step

Pass 1 Apr 2019 134,153 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp insecure Lamp Cluster Loose but Not Likely to become Detached (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive From Differential Pinion Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 111,812 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 91,506 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 70,319 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 70,319 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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EX13 FLG is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 EX13 FLG, 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 EX13 FLG registered?

EX13 FLG is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 24 April 2013.

Is EX13 FLG safe to buy?

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