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F11 LYS

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,205 mi
Last recorded21,205 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF11 LYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 21,205 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate cracked but legible (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 21,203 miles

Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps top marker lamps inoperative (4.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps top marker lamps inoperative (4.2.2 (a))

Seat belt buckle damaged N/S passenger buckle in back (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate cracked but legible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush play in shock absorber (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front inner arm has play in

Park brake lever has excessive travel

Pass 6 Sep 2024 19,005 miles

Rear Inner cant see rear axle tyre dates

Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged seat belt buckle slight damage 3rd passenger seat (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 16,201 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

cart see rear axle tyre dates

night heater exhaust insecure

seat belt buckle slight damaged 3 rd passenger seat

Fail 8 Sep 2023 16,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a rear axle of a minibus with a single wheel fitment (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

cart see rear axle tyre dates

night heater exhaust insecure

seat belt buckle slight damaged 3 rd passenger seat

Pass 12 Jul 2022 14,928 miles

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged 3rd passenger seat (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 14,523 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 14,189 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 14,189 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 11,005 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 9,097 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 6,610 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 6,563 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release centre (5.2.5a)

ESP warning light on

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 4,938 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 3,504 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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F11 LYS is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 F11 LYS, 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 F11 LYS registered?

F11 LYS is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 October 2013.

Is F11 LYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F11 LYS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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