2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · FJ20 VHM

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter passed its most recent MOT on 2 April 2026 at 2,928 miles with no defects recorded, and the maintenance trend across the available history is stable with no outstanding advisories or mechanical faults. The vehicle carries a clean test outcome at each pass, showing no worsening pattern of wear or failure across the five-year record. Recorded mileage stands at 2,928 miles for a 2020 model, equating to roughly 488 miles per year. The tester logged 2,253 miles on 27 June 2023, then 2,651 miles at the 25 July 2024 failure and 2,671 miles when it passed one week later on 2 August 2024. By April 2026 the odometer read 2,928 miles. The data shows sparse, low annual use with no rapid accumulation, though the two failed tests on 25 July 2024 and 2 April 2026 both list no defects, indicating administrative or presentation issues rather than mechanical rejection. A buyer should still verify in person why the vehicle failed twice with no defects recorded, as DVSA systems occasionally omit minor catalogue errors but the cause remains undocumented. Given the low standing mileage, inspect the brake discs and calipers for corrosion or binding from disuse, and check suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing. Examine the exhaust and underbody for structural rust where moisture may have gathered during long idle periods. The clean advisory history gives no evidence of recurring consumable neglect such as tyre tread or wiper blades. Previous keepers appear to have stored the van lightly rather than worked it hard, but the unexplained failures warrant a check of the full VOSA failure reason codes before purchase.