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SB63 SLU

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

247,051 mi
Last recorded247,051 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB63 SLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2026 247,051 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Sill covered heavily with sealant

Pass 21 May 2025 232,037 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear panel corroded

Nearside Rear panel damaged no sharp edges

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

sills have signs of corrosion inner and outer both sides

Pass 22 May 2024 215,704 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 210,337 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing /taped up (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 199,480 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Side panel/sill damaged and slightly corroded

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2023 199,480 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Side panel/sill damaged and slightly corroded

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 186,871 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

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))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 170,331 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2019 152,436 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2019 152,436 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 137,494 miles

slight play in n/s tie rod end

Pass 26 Oct 2017 114,202 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Oct 2017 114,200 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly (3.3.D.3a)

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 81,279 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 81,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SB63 SLU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 SB63 SLU, 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.

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What year was SB63 SLU registered?

SB63 SLU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 December 2013.

Is SB63 SLU safe to buy?

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