2004 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.2L Diesel · KM04 EUX

The vehicle currently holds a stable roadworthiness status, though the maintenance history indicates a period of inconsistent compliance. While the van passed its most recent test in May 2022 at 141,175 miles, the preceding records show a cluster of failures within a short window. The transition from a failure in April 2022 to a pass in May 2022 suggests that specific defects were identified and rectified immediately to meet legal standards rather than the vehicle following a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per annum. Between April 2021 and May 2022, the vehicle covered 4,992 miles, which aligns with the low annual average. However, there is a significant four-year gap since the last recorded MOT test in May 2022. As of June 2026, the vehicle has operated without an official inspection for four years, significantly increasing the risk that undetected mechanical wear, rubber component degradation, or structural corrosion has developed despite the relatively low total mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and undercarriage, as older Sprinter models are prone to structural rust in the sills and suspension mounting points. Given the history of failures in 2022, the suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for signs of excessive play or fractures. The lack of a recent MOT necessitates a manual check of the brake fluid condition and tyre hoses, which may have perished during the long period of inactivity or low use since the last recorded test.