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W731 YDM

2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

91,237 mi
Last recorded91,237 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter157,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW731 YDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 91,237 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wheel arch holed and corroded behind trim but not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear light unit lens damaged/cracked

Fail 8 Jun 2026 91,236 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg in engine bay holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember/crash bar panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember/crash bar panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember showing surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front battery mounting tray holed and corroded/frail but battery still secure

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced vehicle under-body showing corrosion in places not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill holed and corroded but not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wheel arch holed and corroded behind trim but not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill holed and corroded but not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch holed and corroded but not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg starting to show corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill holed and corroded but not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wheel arch holed and corroded behind trim but not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear light unit lens damaged/cracked

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill holed and corroded but not effecting the strength/structure or prescribed areas of the vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2025 88,814 miles
Fail 25 May 2025 88,728 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected front (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2020 72,245 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 69,027 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (rear crossmember) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 68,025 miles

Front and rear leaf springs have a coating of rust but no obvious weaknesses

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion back panel (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 66,519 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Mar 2016 65,227 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 63,327 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 60,959 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 60,959 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 58,310 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 56,158 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 52,959 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 50,142 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 45,224 miles

N/S SEAT REAR SINGLE mounting plate due to seat belt being intergrated with it does not appear to meet installation requirements

Pass 27 Mar 2008 41,221 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 37,677 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 33,147 miles

bumper insecure

nail in tyre

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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W731 YDM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 W731 YDM, 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.

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What year was W731 YDM registered?

W731 YDM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 17 May 2000.

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