2003 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.2L Diesel · KD53 DVU
2003 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.2L, diesel). First registered 15 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 276,923 miles. MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 276,923 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KD53 DVU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/07/2025
- 276,923 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KD53 DVU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (KD53 DVU) between May 2025 and July 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember ”; “Emissions unable to be completed Major leak (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))”.
KD53 DVU Mileage History
- 09/05/2025276,019 mi
- 01/07/2025276,921 mi+902 mi
- 12/07/2025276,923 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,169 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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