2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · FJ14 AEY

The 2023‑05‑22 MOT at 292,331 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness, while the preceding 2023‑05‑19 test at the same mileage listed multiple failures, indicating that the vehicle underwent rectification before the later inspection; the maintenance trend is therefore stable after corrective action. The mileage trajectory shows rapid accumulation: from 219,050 miles in April 2018 to 262,200 miles in March 2019 (43,150 miles in one year), then to 271,479 miles in January 2021 (8,229 miles in 14 months), and finally to 292,331 miles in May 2023 (12,400 miles in 15 months), reflecting intensive use over the past five years and a high annual average of roughly 24,000 miles. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension system, paying close attention to ball joints, suspension bushes and the steering rack inner joint, as previous tests recorded play in lower suspension ball joints and steering rack wear; the rear service brake binding noted in May 2023 and the parking brake efficiency shortfall also merit verification, and the modified exhaust particulate filter and inoperative engine MIL from the May 2023 failure require scrutiny for underlying engine or emissions issues, with any signs of structural rust or corrosion on chassis components examined. Given the high mileage, advanced age and recurring mechanical flags, the vehicle’s roadworthiness hinges on the completeness of the recent repairs and the absence of latent wear in critical systems, making a thorough pre‑purchase inspection essential.