2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · LP62 ABV

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter presents a stable roadworthiness trend, with the most recent test on 23 January 2026 at 290,973 miles returning a pass and no defects recorded. Prior tests on 27 January 2025 at 284,744 miles and 31 January 2023 at 275,430 miles also passed cleanly. The maintenance record shows no escalating faults and no outstanding advisories across the available history. The van has covered 290,973 miles in roughly fourteen years, an average of about 20,784 miles per year, which is high for a light commercial of this age and points to sustained heavy use. Mileage progression is steady rather than erratic: the vehicle added 4,607 miles between January 2023 and January 2025, then 6,229 miles to January 2026. A single failed test on 16 February 2024 at 279,037 miles is logged immediately alongside a pass on the same date with no defects cited, suggesting an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Given the clean MOT sequence, the record itself raises no recurring suspension bushes, coil spring, brake disc, or structural corrosion concerns. The absence of advisories does not, however, negate the wear expected on a high-mileage Sprinter drivetrain and chassis. A buyer should physically inspect front suspension arms, rear spring mounts, and brake calipers for binding, and check the underside for chassis rust given the age and annual mileage. The previous keeper appears to have maintained statutory testing discipline, with annual examinations and no ignored failures. The same-day fail and pass in February 2024 implies the vehicle was promptly rectified or correctly represented. Prospective owners should still commission an independent pre-purchase inspection to confirm engine condition and gearbox wear not captured by MOT criteria.