1997 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.9L Diesel · A14 EBE
1997 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.9L, diesel). First registered 17 Sept 1997. Recorded mileage 218,805 miles. MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 218,805 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A14 EBE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/08/2025
- 218,805 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A14 EBE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (A14 EBE) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Bodywork (13 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 58 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced”; “Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sid”; “Nearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced”.
A14 EBE Mileage History
- 05/08/2022207,047 mi
- 09/08/2023212,387 mi+5,340 mi
- 13/08/2024215,303 mi+2,916 mi
- 15/08/2024215,303 mi
- 16/08/2025218,805 mi+3,502 mi
Average of roughly 3,880 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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