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SXS 888

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,069 mi
Last recorded138,069 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXS 888
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 138,069 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 129,226 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 116,838 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

OBD port not working

Pass 11 Mar 2022 98,860 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens broken likely to detach (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lens cracked (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 11 Mar 2022 98,860 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens broken likely to detach (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lens cracked (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) lower steering knuckle loose (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 82,285 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 68,888 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear lamp unit cracked

Offside Rear lamp unit cracked

Fail 13 Mar 2020 68,701 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear lamp unit cracked

Offside Rear lamp unit cracked

Pass 14 Mar 2019 50,376 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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SXS 888 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SXS 888, 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 SXS 888?

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What year was SXS 888 registered?

SXS 888 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 11 March 2016.

Is SXS 888 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXS 888 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SXS 888 have outstanding finance?

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