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AU56 DZL

2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

184,243 mi
Last recorded184,243 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2013
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter141,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 DZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2013 184,243 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 176,316 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 167,004 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 166,985 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 116,411 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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AU56 DZL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 141,430 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 AU56 DZL, 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 20 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 AU56 DZL?

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What year was AU56 DZL registered?

AU56 DZL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is AU56 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 DZL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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