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X215 VHJ

2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

187,992 mi
Last recorded187,992 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2008
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter157,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX215 VHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2008 187,992 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 187,988 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front steering arms slight play

spare tyre missing

Pass 9 Mar 2007 141,596 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front steering arms slight play

Fail 9 Mar 2007 141,596 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front steering arms slight play

Pass 18 Feb 2006 133,181 miles

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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X215 VHJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 X215 VHJ, 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 X215 VHJ registered?

X215 VHJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is X215 VHJ safe to buy?

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