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AK05 YLO

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

352,083 mi
Last recorded352,083 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 YLO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 352,083 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

crack in screen but not severley restricting vision of the road

tear in l/h side body work but no jagged edges at present

Pass 7 Dec 2012 315,963 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 291,143 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 May 2011 248,468 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 248,278 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2010 206,904 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 165,924 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 124,890 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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AK05 YLO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AK05 YLO, 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 AK05 YLO registered?

AK05 YLO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is AK05 YLO safe to buy?

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