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VO13 HFW

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

214,571 mi
Last recorded214,571 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO13 HFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 214,571 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2019 188,776 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Lamp cluster lens damaged

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

Fail 7 May 2019 188,636 miles

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

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working middle (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Lamp cluster lens damaged

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 157,751 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Apr 2017 126,116 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Apr 2017 126,115 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Play in joint past manufactures recommendation ()

Pass 12 Apr 2016 149,446 miles

Nearside side repeater damaged

Fail 4 Apr 2016 149,446 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage light unit (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear brake application uneven parking (3.7.B.2)

Nearside side repeater damaged

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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VO13 HFW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VO13 HFW, 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 VO13 HFW registered?

VO13 HFW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 15 March 2013.

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