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AU55 ACV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

308,336 mi
Last recorded308,336 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 ACV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 308,336 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 304,376 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

gearbox cross member missing bolt on n/s and o/s missing a nut

Pass 31 Mar 2014 279,804 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 247,098 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 218,597 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 218,586 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 190,080 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 165,838 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 165,811 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2009 144,407 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 93,700 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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AU55 ACV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 139,037 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 AU55 ACV, 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 21 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 AU55 ACV?

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What year was AU55 ACV registered?

AU55 ACV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AU55 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 ACV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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