2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · 4 GCL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 01 May 2026. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in oversight evidenced by a significant failure just one month prior on 24 April 2026. This failure revealed multiple critical and safety defects, including an inoperative engine management indicator light, failed lighting components, and a faulty wiper assembly. The presence of a missing road wheel fixing on the nearside front suggests a lack of basic pre-test safety checks by the previous operator. The mileage data indicates a significant acceleration in usage over the last three years. The vehicle covered 22,005 miles between May 2022 and May 2023, representing a low annual average. Since then, the mileage jumped by 23,555 miles to reach 51,559 miles by May 2024, with further unknown distance covered between 2024 and the 2026 tests. This pattern suggests the Sprinter has transitioned from light-duty use to high-intensity commercial application, which typically increases wear on mechanical components and suspension bushings compared to its earlier history. A buyer must verify that the nearside front wheel fixing was replaced with the correct torque and that the hub threads are not stripped. The engine management system light failure in April 2026 necessitates a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden fault codes remain that were simply cleared for the test. Given the sudden increase in mileage, a thorough inspection of the brake discs, tyre wear, and chassis integrity is essential to ensure the vehicle can handle its current workload profile without structural fatigue or mechanical failure.