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AU05 DLD

2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

269,059 mi
Last recorded269,059 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2012
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter139,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 DLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2012 269,059 miles

all antiroll bar bushes have slight play in them

both front bottom ball joints worn close to limit

center exhaust has a split in it and slight leak

n/s/r hand low compared to o/s

Fail 18 Jan 2012 269,052 miles

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

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

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

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

all antiroll bar bushes have slight play in them

both front bottom ball joints worn close to limit

center exhaust has a split in it and slight leak

n/s/r hand low compared to o/s

Pass 17 Jan 2011 239,459 miles

front bottom ball joints have wear to limit

Fail 14 Jan 2011 239,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

front bottom ball joints have wear to limit

Pass 14 Jan 2010 166,359 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 109,966 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 86,607 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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AU05 DLD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DLD, 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 AU05 DLD registered?

AU05 DLD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is AU05 DLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 DLD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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