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26-BT-FT

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

263,315 mi
Last recorded263,315 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration26-BT-FT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 263,315 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 263,308 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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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26-BT-FT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 139,037 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 26-BT-FT, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 26-BT-FT registered?

26-BT-FT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is 26-BT-FT safe to buy?

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