2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · EA69 FUB

The Sprinter holds a valid MOT issued on 17 December 2025 at 77,510 miles, but the maintenance trend is mixed rather than consistently stable. That most recent pass came only one day after a failure on 16 December 2025 at 77,504 miles, where the tester flagged a chafed nearside front brake hose, four tyres below the 1.6mm legal limit, a binding nearside rear service brake, and play in the offside front steering rack inner joint. The fact that these defects were rectified within 24 hours suggests a reactive repair pattern rather than proactive upkeep. The advisory for steering rack play carried forward into the pass, indicating the inner joint wear has not been fully resolved and remains a live concern. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a 2019 van, averaging roughly 11,073 miles per year. The record shows 59,758 miles in December 2023, 69,232 miles in December 2024, and 77,510 miles by December 2025, representing an increase of approximately 9,474 miles over the most recent twelve-month period. There are no glaring gaps in the annual test cycle, with tests consistently falling in mid-December each year. The mileage progression is steady and does not suggest prolonged standing or sudden high-intensity use. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on three areas directly implicated by the failure history. The steering rack inner joint play flagged in December 2025 warrants a close check for clonking over uneven surfaces and excessive free play at the wheel, as worn inner joints can progress to sudden failure under load. The binding rear brake and chafed front brake hose point to a braking system that has not been consistently well maintained; inspect the full length of all rigid lines and flexible hoses for perishing, chafing, and leaks, and check the rear caliper slides and handbrake mechanism for uneven operation. The repeated tyre failures across multiple axles in 2024 and 2025 suggest the van may have been run on worn rubber for extended periods, which often correlates with neglected wheel alignment and suspension bush wear. Have the front suspension bushes, drop links, and coil springs inspected for deterioration, and verify the headlamp aim and rear reflector condition given the 2024 lighting defects.