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DSZ 3978

2015 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,183 mi
Last recorded125,183 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSZ 3978
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter 313 CDI
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2026 125,183 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 118,861 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 109,394 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 101,592 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2022 100,325 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 93,929 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 75,607 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
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DSZ 3978 is a 2015 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DSZ 3978, 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 11 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DSZ 3978?

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What year was DSZ 3978 registered?

DSZ 3978 is a 2015 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI, first registered on 4 August 2015.

Is DSZ 3978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSZ 3978 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSZ 3978 have outstanding finance?

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