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BD52 WFV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

213,051 mi
Last recorded213,051 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2010
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 WFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2010 213,051 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 191,828 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 172,515 miles

body damage to o/s/f n/s/f tyre low on inside edge

Pass 5 Jan 2007 147,565 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Jan 2007 147,565 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BD52 WFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 139,559 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 BD52 WFV, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD52 WFV?

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What year was BD52 WFV registered?

BD52 WFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is BD52 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 WFV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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