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N22 XUS

1997 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,934 mi
Last recorded18,934 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sprinter182,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN22 XUS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 18,934 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 18,701 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 18,125 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases heavy corrosion to rear tail pipe section and blowing in places (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear and pitting both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing to outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe leading to flexible hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing to outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 18,123 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases heavy corrosion to rear tail pipe section and blowing in places (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear and pitting both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing to outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe leading to flexible hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing to outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 16,356 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 15,986 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 15,058 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 12,900 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 12,838 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 12,485 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 12,441 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 12,076 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 10,969 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 9,936 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 8,121 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 6,481 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 3,975 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 2,361 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 2,138 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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N22 XUS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 182,387 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 N22 XUS, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N22 XUS registered?

N22 XUS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is N22 XUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N22 XUS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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