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AO08 RXC

2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

133,678 mi
Last recorded133,678 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter146,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 RXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 133,678 miles

Nearside Front bumper damaged not properly secured

Fail 24 May 2016 133,677 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front bumper damaged not properly secured

Pass 20 May 2015 119,530 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 106,277 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 90,347 miles

Cut to nearside front tyre ( not to cords )

Fail 8 May 2013 90,347 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Cut to nearside front tyre ( not to cords )

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside lower mirror glass broken

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside and nearside mirror indicater lamps broken ( no white light )

Offside rear lamp damaged ( no white light )

Rear bumper end caps insecure

Fail 11 May 2012 73,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2012 73,557 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 57,454 miles

free play in offside inner steering rack

front brake discs worn

Fail 20 Apr 2011 57,453 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

free play in offside inner steering rack

front brake discs worn

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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AO08 RXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 AO08 RXC, 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

How do I check the history of AO08 RXC?

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What year was AO08 RXC registered?

AO08 RXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is AO08 RXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 RXC shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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