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W153 XKN

2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

271,322 mi
Last recorded271,322 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter157,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW153 XKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 271,322 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 269,869 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 267,970 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 267,970 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 266,391 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 265,066 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 264,270 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 261,089 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 256,145 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 248,969 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight corrosion on nearside and offside outer seals

Pass 3 Mar 2011 244,573 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 233,359 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 225,267 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 211,780 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 209,371 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 185,673 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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W153 XKN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 157,576 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 W153 XKN, 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 26 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 W153 XKN registered?

W153 XKN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W153 XKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W153 XKN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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