2008 Mercedes Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · MP55 POW
2008 Mercedes Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 87,505 miles. MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,505 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MP55 POW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 87,505 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MP55 POW 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 Sprinter (MP55 POW) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 August 2026 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: Brakes (9 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.
MP55 POW Mileage History
- 06/08/202480,924 mi
- 08/08/202583,543 mi+2,619 mi
- 12/08/202583,543 mi
- 31/07/202687,479 mi+3,936 mi
- 05/08/202687,505 mi+26 mi
Average of roughly 3,297 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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