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AY68 VDF

2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,579 mi
Last recorded158,579 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter105,377 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY68 VDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 158,579 miles

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective dpf bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 141,984 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play in n/s/f shock absorber (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play in o/s/f shock absorber (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 125,038 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front windscreen has chips on central and n/s (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play in n/s/f shock absorber (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play in o/s/f shock absorber (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 110,652 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 89,312 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 89,312 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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AY68 VDF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AY68 VDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY68 VDF?

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What year was AY68 VDF registered?

AY68 VDF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 6 November 2018.

Is AY68 VDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY68 VDF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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