2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · GD65 NCX

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter presents a stable and consistently clean roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 21 July 2023 at 80,162 miles, passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures. This outcome mirrors every preceding annual test back to 2019, indicating a maintenance trend that is firmly stable rather than improving or worsening. No recurring mechanical or structural faults have entered the record at any point. The mileage pattern reveals a notable anomaly. Between the September 2021 test at 68,848 miles and the July 2023 test at 80,162 miles, the vehicle covered 11,314 miles in roughly 22 months, averaging around 6,150 miles per year during that window. However, the December 2022 test recorded 80,035 miles, meaning only 127 miles were added in the seven months between December 2022 and July 2023. This suggests the vehicle stood idle for an extended period before its last test. The overall annualised average of approximately 7,287 miles remains typical for a working van of this age, but the uneven accumulation pattern warrants attention. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection focused on areas that MOT tests do not continuously monitor. A vehicle that has sat stationary for months is prone to developing flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, and surface corrosion on brake discs and suspension components. The rear leaf springs and front suspension bushes should be checked for deterioration, as commercial Sprinters frequently endure heavy loads that accelerate wear between tests. The exhaust system and DPF require inspection given the possibility of prolonged low-speed or short-trip use prior to the last test. Structural integrity around the load floor, wheel arches, and chassis outriggers must be examined closely. Surface corrosion on a panel may not constitute an MOT failure, but advanced corrosion on a load-bearing member does. Tyre condition should be verified across all four corners, including the spare if fitted, as prolonged standing can cause sidewall cracking that a standard MOT may not flag unless visibly severe. The clean record is encouraging, but it reflects only a snapshot on test day and does not substitute for a hands-on mechanical assessment.