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AU55 FNC

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

277,395 mi
Last recorded277,395 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 FNC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2013 277,395 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 277,393 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 263,349 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 263,348 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 248,692 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 231,786 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 187,354 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 143,143 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 FNC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FNC, 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 FNC?

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What year was AU55 FNC registered?

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

Is AU55 FNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 FNC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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