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FN13 FLV

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,118 mi
Last recorded98,118 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN13 FLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 98,118 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 90,953 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 84,011 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2024 84,011 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Seat belt buckle missing both sides (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

bonnet deflector insecure

Pass 16 Feb 2023 83,490 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 81,015 miles

Offside Front slight play in shock absorber pushrod / bush

Fail 1 Oct 2021 80,993 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front slight play in shock absorber pushrod / bush

Pass 8 Oct 2020 78,590 miles

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

Offside Front slight play within shock absorber bush

Pass 9 Oct 2019 77,073 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 77,073 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible Damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 75,114 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 75,114 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2017 73,700 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 70,715 miles

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

Nearside wiper blade worn

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

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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FN13 FLV 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 71.4%.

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 FN13 FLV, 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

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What year was FN13 FLV registered?

FN13 FLV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 25 March 2013.

Is FN13 FLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN13 FLV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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