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AF52 VMU

2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

205,195 mi
Last recorded205,195 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2008
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter143,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 VMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2008 205,195 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 149,189 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Jan 2007 148,976 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front suspension close to bump stops

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Feb 2006 99,009 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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AF52 VMU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 143,566 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 AF52 VMU, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF52 VMU?

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What year was AF52 VMU registered?

AF52 VMU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is AF52 VMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 VMU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF52 VMU have outstanding finance?

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