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AU55 AFV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,227 mi
Last recorded18,227 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2024 18,227 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 17,613 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 16,808 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 15,510 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 14,795 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 13,900 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 13,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe lightly greased

Offside Front Brake pipe lightly greased

Pass 20 Jul 2016 12,403 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 11,661 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake pipes (both) greased

Pass 5 Aug 2014 11,006 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 10,462 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 9,481 miles

handbrake adjustment

Pass 24 Aug 2011 8,499 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 5,809 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 3,607 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 AFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AFV, 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

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What year was AU55 AFV registered?

AU55 AFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is AU55 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 AFV shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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