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AU55 GYJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

150,681 mi
Last recorded150,681 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 GYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 150,681 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 133,601 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 119,885 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 108,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 108,835 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 93,436 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 78,272 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 66,974 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

passengers rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Jan 2009 47,758 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 GYJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GYJ, 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.

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What year was AU55 GYJ registered?

AU55 GYJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is AU55 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 GYJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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