CarVerify

Free Car Check

DFZ 8740

2010 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI

White Diesel 2143cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

214,794 mi
Last recorded214,794 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI133,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 8740
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter 313 CDI
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 214,794 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 214,689 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2025 213,446 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 212,686 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 210,622 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 210,607 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 208,610 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019
Fail 16 Sep 2019 181,499 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 154,300 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 153,700 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 114,173 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 114,131 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI?

Based on 6,424 MOT tests across 1,416 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
12,296
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
1,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 10
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 6
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 5
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Full Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DFZ 8740 is a 2010 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 133,898 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 313 CDI fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFZ 8740, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFZ 8740?

You can check the full history of DFZ 8740 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DFZ 8740 registered?

DFZ 8740 is a 2010 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI, first registered on 23 September 2010.

Is DFZ 8740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 8740 shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFZ 8740 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DFZ 8740. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.