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5NP-B12

1998 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Green Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

193,672 mi
Last recorded193,672 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2007
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sprinter172,054 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5NP-B12
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Oct 2007 193,672 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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5NP-B12 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Green with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 172,054 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 5NP-B12, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5NP-B12?

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What year was 5NP-B12 registered?

5NP-B12 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 10 October 1998.

Is 5NP-B12 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5NP-B12 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 5NP-B12 have outstanding finance?

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