2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3.0L Diesel · LX67 AEM

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter remains roadworthy following the most recent DVSA test on 31 October 2025 at 166,829 miles, which returned a pass with no defects or advisories logged. Maintenance trend across the recorded history is stable. The vehicle cleared five consecutive annual examinations between November 2021 and October 2025 without a single failure or recommended advisory. Mileage stands high for a nine-year-old 2017 panel van. The record shows 89,313 miles at the 18 November 2021 test, rising to 107,249 by 14 November 2022, 123,982 by 3 November 2023, 144,369 by 31 October 2024 and 166,829 by 31 October 2025. That equates to roughly 19,000 miles added each year, a consistent accumulation with no dormant periods or sudden jumps. The clean sheet across all dates suggests previous operators adhered to scheduled servicing and presented the vehicle in test-ready condition. A buyer should still commission an independent physical inspection before purchase. The absence of flagged items does not mean suspension bushes, coil springs or brake discs are exempt from wear; at this mileage such components may be nearing replacement even if within tolerance on test day. Unlike minor consumable items such as wiper blades, latent degradation in these areas presents serious mechanical risk. Examine structural integrity closely for corrosion at chassis rails, sill sections and spring hangers. Check binding calipers and exhaust emissions during a road test. Prior owners sustained a fault-free MOT run, yet high annual use demands verification of drivetrain condition and tyre tread depth that annual tests may not capture between visits.