2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · WE61 AZE

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter presents a generally sound roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT conducted on 13 October 2025 at 155,669 miles resulting in a straightforward pass. That test recorded only a minor windscreen defect, a notable improvement over the previous year's dual submissions. The maintenance trend is broadly stable and appears to be improving. The 2024 test cycle saw a failure on 17 October 2024 at 130,058 miles for a non-functioning nearside rear stop lamp, an SRS warning lamp, and windscreen damage, all of which were rectified before a pass was issued on the same day. Prior to that, the 2023 and 2022 tests at 97,852 and 81,081 miles respectively were completely clean, indicating consistent upkeep over the vehicle's working life. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of intensive commercial use. Between the August 2022 test at 81,081 miles and the August 2023 test at 97,852 miles, the van covered 16,771 miles in twelve months. That rate accelerated sharply thereafter, with 32,206 miles added between August 2023 and October 2024, and a further 25,611 miles in the following twelve months leading to the October 2025 test. At roughly 19,459 miles per year over eight years, this is high annual mileage even for a heavy-duty commercial van. Such sustained use places accelerated stress on drivetrain components, braking systems, and structural underbody elements. The MOT record itself is relatively sparse, with only five tests documented over four years, though the pattern is consistent with a working vehicle tested annually. The recurring windscreen damage noted in both the 2024 and 2025 tests, classified under item 3.2 (a) (i) as affecting the lower area without impairing the driver's view, suggests the van has operated in environments prone to stone chips or debris impact rather than suffering from structural windscreen surround issues. The 2024 SRS fault and stop lamp failure were one-off electrical items promptly resolved. No braking, suspension, or structural corrosion defects have appeared in any recorded test. A prospective buyer should still inspect the underbody for corrosion given the high mileage, check the condition of brake discs and pads for uneven wear, examine all suspension bushes and coil springs for fatigue, and verify the full operation of all lighting circuits and SRS self-test sequences on the dashboard before purchase.