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A1 HRD

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,059 mi
Last recorded25,059 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 HRD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 25,059 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 25,059 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both sides. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 22,696 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 19,551 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 16,374 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 13,280 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 10,622 miles

Front axle close to bump-stops (vehicle loaded)

Nearside Lower cover sill & panel damage

Fail 17 Jun 2019 10,622 miles

Front axle close to bump-stops (vehicle loaded)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Lower cover sill & panel damage

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached mountings adrift (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

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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A1 HRD is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 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 A1 HRD, 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 10 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 A1 HRD?

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What year was A1 HRD registered?

A1 HRD is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 27 June 2016.

Is A1 HRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 HRD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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