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WP16 WVK

2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

222,158 mi
Last recorded222,158 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter120,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP16 WVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 222,158 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 25 Aug 2026 222,158 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Rear Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Jul 2025 220,176 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases stud missing from rear of manifold, evidence of slight leak. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 220,159 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 218,512 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor leak from exhaust manifold, cylinder 4 stud snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 218,476 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Bulb Warning lamp on dash, but all bulbs operational

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cylinder 4 exhaust manifold stud snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside inner steering arm has slight movement but not excessive

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 216,964 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog light slightly dim

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2023 216,940 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog light slightly dim

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 177,328 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front side panel damaged

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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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WP16 WVK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 WP16 WVK, 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 WP16 WVK registered?

WP16 WVK is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 May 2016.

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