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BF02 UUX

2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

257,791 mi
Last recorded257,791 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter143,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 UUX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 257,791 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 245,689 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 245,683 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 227,901 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 227,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2009 211,178 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 198,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 180,282 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 180,282 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 161,478 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 160,931 miles

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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BF02 UUX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 143,566 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 BF02 UUX, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BF02 UUX registered?

BF02 UUX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is BF02 UUX safe to buy?

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