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X78 JAE

2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

141,189 mi
Last recorded141,189 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter157,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX78 JAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 141,189 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 137,730 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 134,061 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 130,470 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 126,124 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 121,766 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 117,858 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 113,303 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 108,661 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 103,200 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 97,581 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 91,914 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 86,326 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 81,444 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 77,158 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 72,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 67,898 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 67,898 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 62,043 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 56,694 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 50,258 miles

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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X78 JAE is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 X78 JAE, 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 X78 JAE?

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What year was X78 JAE registered?

X78 JAE is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 12 October 2000.

Is X78 JAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X78 JAE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X78 JAE have outstanding finance?

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