2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER3.0L Diesel

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2026‑07‑20 at 342,675 miles, but the test recorded an oil leak, corrosion on the offside front brake pipe, and several tyre advisories including wear close to the legal limit and cracking on the rear outer tyres. The fault history shows a stable but persistent pattern of brake‑system corrosion, recurring tyre wear, and intermittent oil leakage. Earlier failures in 2024 highlighted a fuel‑tank leak and excessive oil loss, yet subsequent tests indicate those issues have been contained rather than resolved. Overall, the maintenance trend is one of recurring advisories rather than improvement, suggesting basic upkeep has been applied but underlying wear continues to manifest. Mileage accumulation was front‑loaded: between 2016 and 2019 the vehicle added roughly 70,000 miles, averaging over 30,000 miles per year in 2017‑2018. After 2019 the annual increase fell below 1,000 miles for three consecutive years, then rose modestly to under 1,000 miles annually through 2026. This plateau indicates a change in usage pattern, possibly long periods of storage, but the high early mileage reflects substantial wear on high‑stress components. A prospective buyer should closely inspect the oil system for active leaks, examine the front brake pipes for corrosion and grease contamination, and assess tyre condition for uneven wear, cuts, and proper inflation. The rear suspension mounting should be checked for corrosion, and the brake discs and pads inspected for pitting or scoring. Visual inspection of the under‑body for rust, verification of the parking‑brake efficiency, and assessment of the shock‑absorber casings for rust are also essential. Finally, the steering linkage and brake‑servo operation should be tested to confirm the stability of the systems that have shown repeated advisories.