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M262 VWU

1995 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Black Petrol 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

233,874 mi
Last recorded233,874 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sprinter187,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM262 VWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2013 233,874 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 232,068 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

body work showing signs of corrosion

engine oil leak

rear axle oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2011 228,280 miles

Oil leak

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

slight corrosion on all metal brake pipes

Fail 9 Mar 2011 228,280 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

slight corrosion on all metal brake pipes

Pass 9 Mar 2010 22,169 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

engine oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2008 21,223 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 21,209 miles

Centre Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged affecting the rear view (6.6.1b)

Nearside Upper Glazing/screen/partition cracked or damaged which presents a danger to any person on the vehicle. (6.9.3)

Rear window(s) not made of safety glass (on or after 1st June 1978) (6.9.7a)

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 201,828 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 201,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Side repeater not in good working order (not working) (1.5.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.8.A.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.8.A.5c)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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M262 VWU is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Black with a 3,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 187,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M262 VWU, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M262 VWU?

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What year was M262 VWU registered?

M262 VWU is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 24 July 1995.

Is M262 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M262 VWU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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