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OU63 HLW

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

166,481 mi
Last recorded166,481 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU63 HLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 166,481 miles

Parking brake (lever) needs slight adjustment

Parking brake only just met legal requirements

nearside rear parking brake needs adjustment

Pass 25 Nov 2024 153,605 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2024 153,602 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface side marker (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 139,778 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 129,277 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 117,661 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 110,007 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 105,436 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 105,434 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 97,668 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 94,894 miles

Adjusted O/S/F headlight.

Both rear tyres wearing low on inner tread. 235/65/r16c-115/113T

Cut on O/S/R tyre but no ply or cord showing. 235/65/r16c-115/113T

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 73,558 miles

Offside Front shock has freeplay

freeplay both rack arms

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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OU63 HLW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OU63 HLW, 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 OU63 HLW registered?

OU63 HLW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 9 December 2013.

Is OU63 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU63 HLW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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