2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · LR62 HHX

The vehicle is currently without a valid MOT, as the last recorded test occurred on 23 November 2023. The maintenance trend is worsening, evidenced by a recurring pattern of failures and advisories. In the November 2023 test at 266,244 miles, the vehicle failed on an inoperative engine management light, a faulty side repeater, and worn tyres. While it eventually passed, the record shows a failure to address the nearside front track rod end play, which had been flagged as an advisory since November 2022. The mileage is high for a 13 year old vehicle, averaging over 20,000 miles per year. A significant and irregular jump in mileage is visible between October 2021 and October 2020, where the record shows 216,414 miles in 2021 but a higher figure of 260,512 miles in 2020. This discrepancy suggests a recording error or odometer irregularity. Between April 2018 and October 2020, the vehicle covered roughly 175,000 miles in two and a half years, indicating an intense period of commercial use. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the steering and suspension. Track rod end play has been a persistent issue since 2017, and the November 2022 test flagged damaged rear anti-roll bar linkages. The repeated failure on tyre tread and edge wear suggests poor alignment or neglected tyre rotation. The engine management light failure in both 2022 and 2023 indicates an unresolved electronic or mechanical fault within the powertrain. The braking system requires scrutiny given the 2018 failure for parking brake efficiency and ABS faults. While more recent tests focused on brake pads, the historical lack of attention to the handbrake and the presence of an oil leak in November 2022 suggest a reactive rather than preventative approach to maintenance. Given the high mileage and commercial nature of the vehicle, a full check for structural corrosion on the chassis and suspension mounting points is essential.