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AV12 DXL

2012 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

205,853 mi
Last recorded205,853 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sprinter140,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 DXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 205,853 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 186,450 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 171,448 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 157,604 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 157,604 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Position lamp not working 3rd marker lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 143,125 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 143,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 129,908 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 112,072 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 112,070 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 91,677 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 91,677 miles

Offside Front Gas suspension unit damaged and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 127,153 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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AV12 DXL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 140,252 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV12 DXL, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV12 DXL registered?

AV12 DXL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 15 March 2012.

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