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A19 LVV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

169,563 mi
Last recorded169,563 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 LVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 169,563 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside side door slight corrosion lower corner

Offside Front door slight corrosion lower corner

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 164,309 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 158,324 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 146,334 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 128,008 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front discs worn

rear exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2018 127,928 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 127,928 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 124,453 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 124,453 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 118,369 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 118,369 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 110,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2015 110,695 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 105,418 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 105,418 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 96,763 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 96,763 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 May 2012 83,381 miles

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

rear brake discs in poor condition

Fail 2 May 2012 83,381 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 3 May 2011 75,635 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 75,635 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2010 66,438 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 5 May 2010 66,438 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 59,640 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 50,551 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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A19 LVV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 A19 LVV, 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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A19 LVV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 5 April 2005.

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