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VK13 VCP

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

166,899 mi
Last recorded166,899 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 VCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 166,899 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 160,169 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jan 2024 154,474 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 154,474 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 146,073 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 146,073 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 140,734 miles

Both track rods have play present (unable to see & no excess free play at steering wheel)

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 140,734 miles

Both track rods have play present (unable to see & no excess free play at steering wheel)

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 May 2020 134,118 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Apr 2019 123,517 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Apr 2019 123,517 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Apr 2018 109,674 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 May 2017 97,671 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 May 2016 87,772 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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VK13 VCP is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VK13 VCP, 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 VK13 VCP?

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What year was VK13 VCP registered?

VK13 VCP is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 25 June 2013.

Is VK13 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK13 VCP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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