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LM13 UNW

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Green Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

232,800 mi
Last recorded232,800 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM13 UNW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 232,800 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 227,388 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Feb 2025 227,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 219,544 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 209,790 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 199,889 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 189,370 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 189,370 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 164,027 miles

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

parking brake has only just met the minimum requirments

Pass 22 Jun 2018 151,800 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 151,798 miles

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 123,138 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 92,643 miles

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

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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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LM13 UNW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Green with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM13 UNW, 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 LM13 UNW registered?

LM13 UNW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 24 June 2013.

Is LM13 UNW safe to buy?

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