2003 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.2L Diesel · DF53 AMU
2003 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.2L, diesel). First registered 13 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 177,803 miles. MOT valid until 02 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,803 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DF53 AMU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 177,803 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DF53 AMU 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (DF53 AMU) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 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 (20 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 53 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: “Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
DF53 AMU Mileage History
- 04/04/2024169,890 mi
- 02/04/2025174,259 mi+4,369 mi
- 02/04/2025174,259 mi
- 31/03/2026177,803 mi+3,544 mi
- 31/03/2026177,803 mi
Average of roughly 3,980 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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