2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · ND21 VOK

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter presents a stable and currently sound roadworthiness status. The most recent test on 16 December 2025 at 82,574 miles passed with zero defects, a clean bill of health that remains valid until mid-December 2026. The maintenance trend is clearly improving. A cluster of failures and advisories in early 2025, covering brake efficiency, tyre wear, and a parking brake lever fault, was fully resolved by the December retest, suggesting the previous owner addressed those issues promptly rather than ignoring them. The vehicle has covered approximately 82,570 miles in just over five years, averaging roughly 16,500 miles annually, which is notably high for a large van of this age. Mileage accumulation appears consistent rather than erratic, with a documented jump of around 12,400 miles between February 2024 and January 2025, followed by a further 3,000 miles in the eleven months leading to the December 2025 test. This sustained high mileage places accelerated wear on consumable components, particularly brake discs, tyres, and drivetrain mounts, and the MOT record confirms that reality. Buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and wheel assemblies. The January 2025 failure flagged service brake efficiency below requirements and a parking brake lever with excessive movement, while the February 2024 advisory noted front brake discs worn, pitted, or scored on both sides. Although the December 2025 pass confirms these were rectified, the underlying pattern of high-mileage use means replacement discs, pads, and parking brake cables or adjusters should be expected as regular service items. Inspect the rear brake circuit carefully for binding calipers or uneven wear, and check the handbrake lever travel against specification. Tyre management also demands scrutiny. The January 2025 failure recorded the nearside front tyre worn to 2.3 mm and both rear tyres below the 1.6 mm legal minimum, indicating the previous owner ran those tyres to the limit rather than replacing them proactively. Given the vehicle's weight and mileage, budget for frequent tyre replacements and verify that all five tyres, including the spare if fitted, show even tread and correct pressures. Finally, inspect the front suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links for play or cracking, as high-mileage vans of this type commonly develop wear in these areas that does not always trigger an MOT failure but affects handling and ride quality.