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GF13 AZU

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

215,850 mi
Last recorded215,850 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF13 AZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 215,850 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 319,313 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 319,052 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering both (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2020 172,240 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust leak.

Pass 7 Aug 2019 156,938 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 224,921 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 224,921 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 126,641 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 126,641 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 118,971 miles

Nearside Accident damage

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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GF13 AZU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GF13 AZU, 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 GF13 AZU?

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What year was GF13 AZU registered?

GF13 AZU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 May 2013.

Is GF13 AZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF13 AZU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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