2008 Mercedes Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · EX08 UVM
2008 Mercedes Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 198,120 miles. MOT expired on 05 Mar 2026. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 198,120 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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EX08 UVM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2025
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX08 UVM 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 2008 Mercedes Sprinter (EX08 UVM) between November 2021 and March 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 March 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: Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
EX08 UVM Mileage History
- 02/11/2021186,050 mi
- 17/01/2024198,028 mi+11,978 mi
- 24/01/2024198,120 mi+92 mi
Average of roughly 5,422 miles per year across 3 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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