Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,311 vehicles, the 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI (2013)

1,311 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.6% first-time pass rate

2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI

CarHunch analysed 1,311 real MOT records for the 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 CDi has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 28.4%, well below the UK average of 80%, which signals serious reliability concerns for this cohort. Dangerous defects are rare at 0.1%, but the low pass rate isn't driven by a handful of problem areas—these vans are simply failing across the board.

At 150,000 miles median, these are well-used work vehicles, and the 0.54 average failures per test suggests ongoing mechanical wear rather than catastrophic single issues. Before committing to one of these, get a full pre-purchase inspection from a diesel specialist familiar with Sprinters, as the MOT data indicates you're buying into a van that will likely need prompt and repeated repairs.

The 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (78.6%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

First-time pass

78.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

0.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.54

Over 2.9 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

150k

Middle half: 118k–188k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

These stats describe 1,311 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 1,311 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	1,307	78.6%	0.54

Colour Breakdown

Based on 8,185 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 89.3%

7,310

Silver 4%

327

Blue 1.9%

156

Red 1.4%

117

Black 1%

Yellow 0.9%

Grey 0.6%

Brown 0.3%

Green 0.3%

Orange 0.1%

Multicoloured 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

150,475

typical

118,110

low mileage

187,850

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI vehicles fall between 118,110 and 187,850 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 118,110 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 118,110–187,850 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDIs sit.

⚠ Over 253,597 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDI — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 313 CDIs are still being driven.

263 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

2.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.54

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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