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J284 CET

1992 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

225,357 mi
Last recorded225,357 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sprinter172,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ284 CET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,870cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 225,357 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 225,357 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 220,985 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 219,784 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 217,776 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 212,965 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 208,109 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 205,117 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 201,303 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 196,602 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 194,428 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 191,790 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 191,307 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 189,244 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 187,435 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 186,808 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 182,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 177,451 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 172,398 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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J284 CET is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 172,811 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 J284 CET, 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 34 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 J284 CET registered?

J284 CET is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J284 CET safe to buy?

The MOT history for J284 CET shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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