2002 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.2L Diesel · FP52 DDO

The 2002 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 11 December 2024 at 177,869 miles with zero defects recorded. The vehicle has consistently passed its MOT tests without any mechanical or structural advisories. Two anomalies exist in the record, specifically failures on 30 November 2024 and 11 October 2022, both at identical mileages to their respective passing tests and both listing no defects. These entries typically indicate an abandoned test or a procedural irregularity rather than a mechanical failure, leaving the overall roadworthiness trend entirely unblemished by recurring faults. Relative to its age, the mileage accumulation is typical, averaging roughly 7,411 miles annually. The data shows a notable slowdown in recent use. Between the October 2022 test at 165,305 miles and the November 2023 test at 175,050 miles, the van covered 9,745 miles. However, the subsequent twelve months up to the December 2024 test saw only 2,819 miles added. This drop suggests the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary, which can cause its own issues such as seized brakes or perished rubber components. Despite the absence of recorded defects, the vehicle is currently without a valid MOT certificate, as the December 2024 pass expired in December 2025. A buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the chassis and load floor closely, as a 24-year-old commercial vehicle is highly susceptible to corrosion. The recent low mileage and prolonged standing periods necessitate a thorough check of the tyre sidewalls for cracking, the brake discs for surface corrosion, and the suspension bushes for perishing. Verifying the vehicle identification number against the VIN plate and documentation is also advisable to rule out any clerical discrepancies behind the defect-free failure entries.