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A15 JLJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,844 mi
Last recorded66,844 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter146,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 JLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 66,844 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes Under Vehicle Covered In Underseal. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 May 2026 66,840 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes Under Vehicle Covered In Underseal. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 66,549 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Jun 2025 66,549 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 66,361 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 66,126 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 66,016 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 64,947 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 64,942 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 63,825 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 58,508 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 53,790 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 48,129 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 41,636 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 36,219 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 31,176 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 24,601 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 24,601 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 16,776 miles

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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A15 JLJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 146,235 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A15 JLJ, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A15 JLJ?

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What year was A15 JLJ registered?

A15 JLJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 13 November 2008.

Is A15 JLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 JLJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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