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A8 LYR

2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,451 mi
Last recorded61,451 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter105,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 LYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 61,451 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2025 61,441 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 58,270 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 55,903 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 42,105 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2021 40,086 miles

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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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A8 LYR is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 105,377 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 A8 LYR, 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 8 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 A8 LYR?

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What year was A8 LYR registered?

A8 LYR is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 10 January 2018.

Is A8 LYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 LYR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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