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EK71 FYJ

2021 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

39,716 mi
Last recorded39,716 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz Sprinter52,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK71 FYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 39,716 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 39,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 32,269 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 21,964 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 21,964 miles

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective x3 (7.1.2 (e))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 5,707 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 9,000 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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EK71 FYJ is a 2021 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 52,390 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 EK71 FYJ, 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 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK71 FYJ registered?

EK71 FYJ is a 2021 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 23 November 2021.

Is EK71 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK71 FYJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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