2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · KP62 DYJ

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of mechanical neglect and deferred maintenance. While the most recent recorded test in April 2022 at 165,775 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just one week prior that revealed significant underlying issues. The presence of steering rack play and wheel bearing play indicates that critical handling components were deteriorating. Given that no MOT has been recorded for over four years, the current mechanical state of the vehicle is unknown and likely degraded significantly since the last recorded inspection. The mileage data shows a major inconsistency that warrants immediate scrutiny. The vehicle recorded 117,464 miles in July 2019 and jumped to 225,635 miles by December 2020, representing over 100,000 miles driven in just seventeen months. However, the subsequent test entry in April 2022 shows a lower mileage of 165,775 miles. This discrepancy suggests either an odometer fault or a clerical recording error, which undermines the reliability of the entire service history. The average annual usage prior to this high spike was typical for a Sprinter, but the accumulation of wear on the front suspension and steering components during that high-intensity period is evident. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the front end and braking system. The April 2022 failure flagged play in the steering rack inner joints and both front wheel bearings, which are expensive repairs that likely remain addressed if not properly replaced. The history of binding rear service brakes noted in the 2022 failure suggests the calipers or sliders may be seized or worn. Because of the four-year gap in MOT records, an inspector should also check for structural corrosion on the chassis and verify the integrity of all rubber bushings, as these are common failure points for this age of vehicle when left without regular oversight.