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LJ63 VCZ

2013 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

395,364 mi
Last recorded395,364 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz V77,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ63 VCZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 395,364 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 347,476 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 329,179 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 302,458 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 265,550 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 228,424 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 195,014 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 189,969 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 175,897 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 162,640 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 162,640 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 146,183 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 132,997 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 2 Mar 2018 132,997 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Sep 2017 118,011 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 118,011 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 103,909 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 90,668 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 75,296 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 59,618 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 45,717 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 45,717 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 30,105 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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LJ63 VCZ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 77,930 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 V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ63 VCZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ63 VCZ registered?

LJ63 VCZ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 5 September 2013.

Is LJ63 VCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ63 VCZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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