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GFZ 8986

2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,715 mi
Last recorded124,715 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI166,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 8986
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter 313 CDI
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 124,715 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 123,781 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 116,490 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 116,324 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 109,496 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 101,144 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 92,622 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 79,449 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 79,184 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 72,958 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 69,687 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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GFZ 8986 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 166,624 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 GFZ 8986, 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 15 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 GFZ 8986?

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What year was GFZ 8986 registered?

GFZ 8986 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 313 CDI, first registered on 16 August 2011.

Is GFZ 8986 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 8986 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFZ 8986 have outstanding finance?

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