1996 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.9L Diesel · P164 AJU
1996 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.9L, diesel). First registered 28 Oct 1996. Recorded mileage 227,457 miles. MOT expired on 02 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 227,457 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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P164 AJU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/07/2025
- 227,457 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P164 AJU 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (P164 AJU) between April 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 July 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 (9 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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.
P164 AJU Mileage History
- 25/04/2022221,721 mi
- 25/04/2023222,172 mi+451 mi
- 25/04/2023222,172 mi
- 17/05/2024226,566 mi+4,394 mi
- 04/07/2025227,457 mi+891 mi
Average of roughly 1,797 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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