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AW05 CTY

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI

Grey Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

30,464 mi
Last recorded30,464 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW05 CTY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter 313 CDI
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 30,464 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

rear crossmember corroding

Fail 15 Dec 2025 30,464 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

rear crossmember corroding

Pass 12 Dec 2024 26,926 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2024 26,926 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 20,415 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear hub seals slight weeping

Pass 29 Nov 2022 8,415 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured bothside rear should replace. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear all brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured should replace. (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush worn and play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured bothside front should replace. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 149 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 1,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI?

Based on 6,424 MOT tests across 1,416 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
12,296
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
1,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 10
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 6
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 5
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
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AW05 CTY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI in Grey with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AW05 CTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AW05 CTY registered?

AW05 CTY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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