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N103 DJC

1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter189,053 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN103 DJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2013 193,313 miles

Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 193,313 miles

Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Aug 2011
Pass 18 Aug 2010 147,822 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 319,213 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 308,047 miles

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

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

Windscreen stone-chipped.

Pass 25 Feb 2008 308,047 miles

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

Windscreen stone-chipped.

Pass 15 Feb 2007 293,990 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 293,978 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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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N103 DJC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 189,053 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 N103 DJC, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N103 DJC?

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What year was N103 DJC registered?

N103 DJC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N103 DJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N103 DJC shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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