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AY68 VDK

2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,159 mi
Last recorded163,159 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter105,377 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY68 VDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 163,159 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 160,255 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 160,251 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Brake Disc Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 157,492 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 152,339 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2021 152,339 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 VDK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AY68 VDK, 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 VDK?

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What year was AY68 VDK registered?

AY68 VDK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 September 2018.

Is AY68 VDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY68 VDK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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