2008 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · LT08 DWL
2008 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 22 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 186,271 miles. MOT expired on 31 May 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 186,271 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
LT08 DWL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2024
- 186,271 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LT08 DWL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (LT08 DWL) between November 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Rear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail UJ joint (6.1.7 (c) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
LT08 DWL Mileage History
- 22/11/2022169,680 mi
- 01/06/2023177,070 mi+7,390 mi
- 02/06/2023177,070 mi
- 20/05/2024186,271 mi+9,201 mi
- 28/05/2024186,271 mi
Average of roughly 10,963 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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