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AM57 AVA

2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,823 mi
Last recorded93,823 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter146,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM57 AVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 93,823 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 93,823 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 93,808 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 93,808 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wheel binding

Pass 4 Sep 2018 89,363 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 84,064 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 123,997 miles

Offside Front Wing mirror indicator lens cracked.

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 70,129 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 61,186 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 80,565 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 80,565 miles

Rear Exhaust tailpipe positioned so that fumes are likely to enter the passenger compartment (7.1.5)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 41,395 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 33,155 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 23,414 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 12,747 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 3,574 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 3,574 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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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AM57 AVA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 146,235 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 AM57 AVA, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM57 AVA registered?

AM57 AVA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is AM57 AVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM57 AVA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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