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V222 DUF

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,789 mi
Last recorded159,789 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV222 DUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2025 159,789 miles

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements displayed incorrect (0.1 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements tinted and white outlines on letters (0.1 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Body component likely to become detached arch loosely attached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 157,541 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 142,695 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 124,528 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 93,051 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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V222 DUF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V222 DUF, 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.

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What year was V222 DUF registered?

V222 DUF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 29 September 2016.

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