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AF17 RAK

2017 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,415 mi
Last recorded83,415 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Sprinter109,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF17 RAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 83,415 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

light general underside component age related surface corrosion

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 24 Oct 2024 77,480 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 11 Oct 2023 71,102 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear spring hangers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Fail 11 Oct 2023 71,101 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear spring hangers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 3 Oct 2022 64,057 miles

covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 21 Sep 2021 55,987 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 42,396 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020

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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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AF17 RAK is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 109,930 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 AF17 RAK, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AF17 RAK registered?

AF17 RAK is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is AF17 RAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF17 RAK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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