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EO16 VFL

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,316 mi
Last recorded159,316 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO16 VFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 159,316 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 159,226 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in lower part of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2023 159,233 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction EML on. (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in lower part of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 159,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 159,188 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LAMP NOT WORKING (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 148,278 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 104,350 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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EO16 VFL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 120,464 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 EO16 VFL, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EO16 VFL?

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What year was EO16 VFL registered?

EO16 VFL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 7 April 2016.

Is EO16 VFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO16 VFL 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.

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