MERCEDES SPRINTER2007 · 2.1L DIESEL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, showing an improving trend in maintenance standards. The most recent MOT conducted on 31 July 2025 at 174,180 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. This follows a failure in August 2023 regarding suspension ball joints and the washer system, suggesting the current owner is willing to rectify faults once they appear. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,167 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 173,162 miles and August 2023 at 173,776 miles, the vehicle covered only 614 miles, followed by a more active period of 4,404 miles leading up to the 2025 test. This steady usage suggests regular operation which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals and braking components on older vans compared to long periods of inactivity. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension geometry, as the nearside and offside front suspension arm ball joints appeared as recurring issues in 2021 and 2023. While the 2025 test cleared these components, the buyer should check for any play in the bushes or steering linkage to ensure the repairs were thorough. The nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage noted in 2021 should also be inspected for signs of wear or corrosion, as these components are common points of failure on the Sprinter platform.