2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 316 Progressive CDI 2.1L Diesel · BU71 FVR
2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 316 Progressive CDI (2.1L, diesel). First registered 15 Sept 2021. Recorded mileage 98,801 miles. MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 316 PROGRESSIVE CDI
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,801 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU71 FVR Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2025
- 98,801 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
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BU71 FVR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 316 Progressive Cdi (BU71 FVR) between September 2024 and August 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Offside Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) track rod (2.3”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
BU71 FVR Mileage History
- 09/09/202473,410 mi
- 10/09/202473,412 mi+2 mi
- 18/08/202598,791 mi+25,379 mi
- 19/08/202598,801 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 26,956 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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