2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · BD05 CLX
2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 20 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 185,462 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 185,462 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BD05 CLX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2025
- 185,462 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BD05 CLX 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (BD05 CLX) between October 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 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: Lighting (10 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded abs pump mount (1.1.21 (e) (i))”; “Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
BD05 CLX Mileage History
- 27/10/2022172,802 mi
- 18/10/2023180,704 mi+7,902 mi
- 09/07/2024183,183 mi+2,479 mi
- 11/07/2024183,185 mi+2 mi
- 31/07/2025185,462 mi+2,277 mi
Average of roughly 4,587 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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