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235 NHY

2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,042 mi
Last recorded51,042 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration235 NHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 51,042 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 51,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 48,449 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2024 48,336 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 45,568 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 45,551 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2021 40,682 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 34,547 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 34,547 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour lens damaged (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 32,016 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 20,125 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 17,951 miles

Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 16,400 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 15,444 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 14,818 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 12,804 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009

fire-extinguisher in red zone!!!

Pass 1 Feb 2008 9,703 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 8,501 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 6,549 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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235 NHY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 139,559 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 235 NHY, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 235 NHY?

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What year was 235 NHY registered?

235 NHY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is 235 NHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 235 NHY shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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