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WM13 FYC

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

255,683 mi
Last recorded255,683 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM13 FYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 255,683 miles

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

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))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside front

nearside front mirror covered in duck tape

Pass 2 Jul 2025 246,365 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))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 236,630 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside / Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 236,620 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside / Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 229,396 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2023 229,396 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 223,086 miles

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

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 217,603 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2021 217,603 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 213,298 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 206,573 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Jun 2019 206,573 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Jun 2018 201,514 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2018 201,514 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2018 201,485 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front ball joints at wear limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear brake discs significantly corroded

Pass 27 May 2017 188,326 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 186,832 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 126,517 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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WM13 FYC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 WM13 FYC, 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 WM13 FYC?

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What year was WM13 FYC registered?

WM13 FYC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 16 July 2013.

Is WM13 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM13 FYC shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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