2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · YJ16 ACG

The vehicle holds a clean MOT record right through to the most recent test of 6 January 2026, which passed at 132,060 miles with no defects recorded. Across every test from November 2022 onward, the tester logged neither failures nor advisories, so the maintenance trend is stable rather than deteriorating. The only blemish is the 5 December 2023 failure at 109,816 miles, which passed four days later at 109,831 miles, suggesting a quick rectification of a minor item. The mileage pattern shows heavy but credible use. At over ten years old, 132,060 miles equates to roughly 13,200 miles per year, which is high for a car but acceptable for a Sprinter commercial platform. The history reveals uneven annual use. Between November 2022 and December 2023 the van covered around 12,900 miles, then only about 3,400 miles over the following year to November 2024. That low-use period likely reflects either a light workload or periods of standing. The final stretch from November 2024 to January 2026 saw about 18,900 miles in roughly fourteen months, which is a significant jump and worth bearing in mind for drivetrain and tyre wear. Because the MOT record shows no repeated faults, there is no specific mechanical red flag to chase. Nevertheless, a buyer should inspect the usual high-mileage consumables in person. Pay close attention to suspension bushes, dampers, and anti-roll bar links, as these rarely attract an MOT advisory early but wear out around this mileage. Binding calipers, brake disc condition, and tyre edge wear should also be checked, along with the sills and front subframe for any surface corrosion that has not yet been recorded. The clean 2026 pass is encouraging, but it only reflects condition on the test day, not the next twelve months of use. Finally, note the failure entry itself carries no recorded defect, which is unusual. Request the full DVSA certificate or test log to see what the December 2023 failure reason actually was. If it was a simple tyre or bulb, the history is unremarkable; if it was something structural, the paperwork will settle the question.