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SDZ 2

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

216,716 mi
Last recorded216,716 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDZ 2
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 216,716 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 198,553 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 198,468 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2024 191,341 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 191,322 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 173,410 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 164,633 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 151,688 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 135,992 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 115,329 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 114,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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SDZ 2 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 SDZ 2, 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 SDZ 2?

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What year was SDZ 2 registered?

SDZ 2 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is SDZ 2 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDZ 2 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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