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AY07 BHU

2007 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

210,123 mi
Last recorded210,123 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Sprinter148,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY07 BHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 210,123 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2014 210,123 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 209,332 miles

engine lamp on

Fail 28 Jun 2013 209,325 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine lamp on

Pass 20 Jun 2012 194,319 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 194,319 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s rack end has slight play

Fail 7 Jun 2011 155,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 155,120 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 126,162 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Some play at nsf wheel

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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AY07 BHU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 148,046 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 AY07 BHU, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY07 BHU registered?

AY07 BHU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 21 June 2007.

Is AY07 BHU safe to buy?

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