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FA13 AMS

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,623 mi
Last recorded140,623 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA13 AMS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 140,623 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 121,557 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2024 121,557 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 107,065 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2023 107,055 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 91,652 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear paring brake just met . will need adjustment.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Dec 2020 77,397 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 65,137 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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FA13 AMS is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 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 FA13 AMS, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FA13 AMS registered?

FA13 AMS is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 December 2016.

Is FA13 AMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA13 AMS shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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