CarVerify

Free Car Check

W903 YVE

2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Blue Diesel 2151cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

106,737 mi
Last recorded106,737 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter157,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW903 YVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2020 106,737 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall -225/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

(corrosion in bodywork generally) Offside Front (headlamp pattern weak) (corrosion in panel under air filter (limited vision )) (excessive corrosion in outer sills etc away from prescribed areas) (glow plug lamp illuminated)

brake fluid level looks low (limited vision)

excessive corrosion of inner and outer sills away from prescribed areas but advise welding asap

Pass 2 Nov 2019 997,800 miles

Offside Front headlamp pattern weak

corrosion in bodywork generally

corrosion in panel under air filter (limited vision )

excessive corrosion in outer sills etc away from prescribed areas

glow plug lamp illuminated

Fail 1 Nov 2019 99,784 miles

Nearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury light unit (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlamp pattern weak

corrosion in bodywork generally

corrosion in panel under air filter (limited vision )

excessive corrosion in outer sills etc away from prescribed areas

glow plug lamp illuminated

Pass 30 Oct 2018 96,332 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around wheel arches and panelling (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion in bodywork

corrosion in offside front chassis rail top (limited vision on what prescribed areas and how bad the corrosion is)b.o.d given to customer

excessive corrosion in sills etc away from prescribed areas

glow plug light on

Fail 29 Oct 2018 96,332 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around wheel arches and panelling (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion in bodywork

corrosion in offside front chassis rail top (limited vision on what prescribed areas and how bad the corrosion is)b.o.d given to customer

excessive corrosion in sills etc away from prescribed areas

glow plug light on

Pass 21 Sep 2017 95,950 miles

corrosion in sills ,chassis generally

excessive corrosion in many parts but away from prescribed areas

glow plug light on

Fail 18 Sep 2017 95,950 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

corrosion in sills ,chassis generally

excessive corrosion in many parts but away from prescribed areas

glow plug light on

Pass 20 Sep 2016 95,503 miles

Nearside central sill corroded over 30cm away from all prescribed areas

corrosion in chassis,inner and outer sills,body,spring hangers etc

Pass 21 Sep 2015 94,952 miles

corrosion in inner and outer sills,chassis ,front leaf spring and body generally

Pass 19 Sep 2014 93,693 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front chassis rails corroded

both side sills heavily corroded

vehicle body has slight corrosion

Fail 18 Sep 2014 93,693 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front chassis rails corroded

both side sills heavily corroded

vehicle body has slight corrosion

Pass 20 Sep 2013 91,968 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 91,967 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s rear tyre low

slight play in both front wheelbearings

Pass 20 Sep 2012 89,692 miles

n/s front steel brake pipe in poor condition

o/s front tyre on limit on inner edge

o/s rear steel brake pipe in poor condition

Pass 31 Aug 2011 86,383 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 86,383 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 84,115 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 84,105 miles

Brake valve corroded and excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front an rear flexi hoses in poor condition

rear pads low

Fail 12 Sep 2009 79,913 miles

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

leaking hubseal o/s/r

o/s/f brake pipe corrosion

Pass 12 Sep 2009 79,913 miles

leaking hubseal o/s/r

o/s/f brake pipe corrosion

Fail 10 Sep 2008 66,771 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside rear tyre skight side wall damage

offside front tyre worn on inner tread area

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough/noise

oil leak offside rear axle halfshaft seal,not contaminating sevice brake yet

slight noise from steering rack on freeplay test

Pass 10 Sep 2008 66,771 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside rear tyre skight side wall damage

offside front tyre worn on inner tread area

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough/noise

oil leak offside rear axle halfshaft seal,not contaminating sevice brake yet

slight noise from steering rack on freeplay test

Pass 13 Sep 2007 58,727 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 58,726 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front discs worn

Pass 18 May 2006 53,474 miles

corrosion forming on front to rear brake pipes

parking brake lever travel near limit

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
Full Mercedes-benz Sprinter reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W903 YVE is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 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 W903 YVE, 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

How do I check the history of W903 YVE?

You can check the full history of W903 YVE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W903 YVE registered?

W903 YVE is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W903 YVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W903 YVE shows 25 tests with a 56% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W903 YVE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W903 YVE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.