2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · ND12 WNL

The most recent MOT on 16 August 2025 at 191,754 miles passed, but the tester flagged parking‑brake efficiency only just meeting the limit and an off‑side rear tyre worn close to the legal minimum. Earlier that year, on 26 July 2024, the vehicle also passed with no recorded defects. Over the past three years the record shows a pattern of minor, recurring issues – brake‑pipe corrosion noted from 2018 onward, occasional oil misting on the off‑side front shock absorber in August 2023, and tyre‑wear warnings in 2023 and 2025. The trend is therefore stable: no major failures have emerged, yet the persistence of the same small‑scale faults suggests they have not been fully resolved. At 191,754 miles the Sprinter averages roughly 13,700 miles per year since its 2012 registration, which is high for a vehicle of this age. The mileage entries are generally consistent, rising from 182,796 miles in July 2016 to 237,667 miles in July 2017, then to 283,808 miles in July 2018 and onward. The 2023 entry lists 654,142 miles, an obvious clerical error that does not fit the established progression. Aside from that anomaly, the mileage progression indicates sustained use, implying accelerated wear on consumables such as tyres, brake pads and suspension components. A prospective buyer should give close attention to the brake system: verify that the parking brake is fully functional, inspect the front brake pipes for corrosion and ensure they are clean of grease, and confirm that brake discs and pads are within service limits. The tyres flagged in 2023 and 2025 require measurement of tread depth and sidewall condition; replacement may be imminent. The off‑side front shock absorber should be examined for oil leakage, and the lower ball joints noted in 2015 should be checked for excess play. Anti‑roll bar bushings recorded as worn in 2018 merit inspection for any looseness or abnormal movement. Finally, the windscreen chips documented repeatedly should be assessed to confirm they do not compromise structural integrity or driver visibility. Addressing these points will clarify whether the vehicle’s modest defect history translates into a safe, road‑worthy purchase.