2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · KJ55 YLX
2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 172,075 miles. MOT expired on 21 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,075 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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KJ55 YLX Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/05/2025
- 172,075 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KJ55 YLX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (KJ55 YLX) between October 2008 and May 2025.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 23 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (19 issues), Tyres (17 issues), Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Steering (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 54 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
KJ55 YLX Mileage History
- 16/10/200819,597 mi
- 02/10/200924,816 mi+5,219 mi
- 27/09/201032,519 mi+7,703 mi
- 20/09/201138,091 mi+5,572 mi
- 18/09/201243,609 mi+5,518 mi
- 02/10/201351,585 mi+7,976 mi
- 30/11/201354,459 mi+2,874 mi
- 04/12/201354,465 mi+6 mi
- 13/11/201475,228 mi+20,763 mi
- 14/11/201593,333 mi+18,105 mi
- 05/10/2016110,132 mi+16,799 mi
- 01/12/2017115,166 mi+5,034 mi
- 01/12/2017115,166 mi
- 19/09/2019131,980 mi+16,814 mi
- 28/09/2019131,991 mi+11 mi
- 24/10/2020145,009 mi+13,018 mi
- 24/11/2020145,184 mi+175 mi
- 10/05/2022157,678 mi+12,494 mi
- 24/02/2024169,280 mi+11,602 mi
- 26/02/2024169,304 mi+24 mi
- 23/05/2025172,075 mi+2,771 mi
Average of roughly 9,186 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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