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AV61 FHC

2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

483,621 mi
Last recorded483,621 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter144,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 FHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 483,621 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

body corrosion

Fail 8 Dec 2022 483,621 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Other passenger door does not latch securely closed sliding (6.2.3 (a))

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

body corrosion

Pass 11 Nov 2021 478,500 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 448,548 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 425,547 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 367,842 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 330,463 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 287,815 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 287,815 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing Drivers seat belt stalk (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 240,110 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 194,250 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 194,249 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AV61 FHC is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 144,308 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 AV61 FHC, 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 15 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 AV61 FHC registered?

AV61 FHC is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 6 September 2011.

Is AV61 FHC safe to buy?

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