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LK63 VXG

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Yellow Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,009 mi
Last recorded148,009 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK63 VXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 148,009 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 133,638 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2021 133,638 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 112,664 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 112,530 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2018 75,416 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 75,416 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 58,679 miles

front reg plate bent

part of o/s/r reflector missing

Pass 26 Aug 2016 35,703 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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LK63 VXG is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Yellow with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LK63 VXG, 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 LK63 VXG?

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What year was LK63 VXG registered?

LK63 VXG is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 25 September 2013.

Is LK63 VXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK63 VXG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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