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W541 SEF

2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Maroon Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

197,195 mi
Last recorded197,195 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter157,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW541 SEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2012 197,195 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 190,692 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 180,659 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

drivers seat base loose

offside front lower ball joint slight play

steering rack has slight play

Fail 11 Aug 2010 179,954 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

drivers seat base loose

offside front lower ball joint slight play

steering rack has slight play

Pass 24 Aug 2009 165,535 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 152,879 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 140,462 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Aug 2006 132,084 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 132,084 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 126,517 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 126,398 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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W541 SEF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Maroon with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W541 SEF, 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 W541 SEF registered?

W541 SEF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is W541 SEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W541 SEF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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