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AY18 TFX

2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

71,285 mi
Last recorded71,285 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter105,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY18 TFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 71,285 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Sep 2025 71,227 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Sep 2024 64,820 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside door inner handle broke but still working

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 64,820 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside door inner handle broke but still working

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 57,362 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 57,362 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 49,864 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 38,670 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 38,670 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working add fluid (3.5 (a))

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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AY18 TFX is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 105,377 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 AY18 TFX, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AY18 TFX registered?

AY18 TFX is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 June 2018.

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