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GL-14-SWK

2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

501,445 mi
Last recorded501,445 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter157,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL-14-SWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2026 501,445 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 407,703 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Both loading door brackets slightly damaged

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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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GL-14-SWK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 157,576 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 GL-14-SWK, 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 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL-14-SWK registered?

GL-14-SWK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 May 2000.

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