2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 Cdi MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Sprinter 313 Cdi models manufactured in 2012, based on 17,935 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 Cdi vintage page → (70.6% current pass rate)2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 Cdi MOT Analysis
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 Cdi has an MOT pass rate of 72.6% based on 17,935 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 97,396 miles on the odometer. With a 27.4% failure rate, the 2012 Sprinter 313 Cdi is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 Cdi is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 0.0% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall Sprinter 313 Cdi page may show different rankings.
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About This Data
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 Cdi has an MOT pass rate of 72.6% based on 17,935 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 97,396 miles on the odometer. With a 27.4% failure rate, the 2012 Sprinter 313 Cdi is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 Cdi, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With an average mileage of 97,396 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.0% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.0% of MOT failures on 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 Cdi models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.