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A5 FWS

2020 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,811 mi
Last recorded97,811 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2020 Mercedes-benz Sprinter88,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 FWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 97,811 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 97,811 miles

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to showing cords inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 78,287 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 61,265 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip in lower section of drivers side of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 45,673 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Apr 2023 45,673 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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A5 FWS is a 2020 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2020 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 88,066 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 A5 FWS, 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 6 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 A5 FWS?

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What year was A5 FWS registered?

A5 FWS is a 2020 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 March 2020.

Is A5 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 FWS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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