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AU05 DHV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

209,806 mi
Last recorded209,806 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 DHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 209,806 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 14 May 2014 188,811 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine oil leak

Pass 14 May 2014 188,811 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 23 May 2013 168,486 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 138,523 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 110,633 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 110,633 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 85,520 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 62,394 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre cracking on inner sidewall.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Travel on handbrake.

Pass 26 Feb 2008 43,795 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

travel in handbrake

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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AU05 DHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU05 DHV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU05 DHV registered?

AU05 DHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AU05 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 DHV shows 10 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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