2007 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · RF07 XCH
2007 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 16/05/2007. Recorded mileage 122,943 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/06/2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (17/10/2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,943 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 2148cc
RF07 XCH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2024
- 122,943 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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RF07 XCH Mileage History
- 21/06/2022109,641 mi
- 19/06/2023118,683 mi+9,042 mi
- 22/06/2023118,916 mi+233 mi
- 04/06/2024122,881 mi+3,965 mi
- 06/06/2024122,943 mi+62 mi
Average of roughly 6,784 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RF07 XCH 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (RF07 XCH) between June 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 June 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: Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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: “Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))”.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the mileage
Focus your attention on the chassis and steering. The MOT records from 2023 and 2024 both highlight play in the steering rack inner joints, which is a significant component. You should verify whether these were permanently repaired or merely patched to pass the test. Additionally, ask for documentation regarding the 2023 parking brake efficiency failure to ensure the system is now fully operational.
Given the age of this 2.1L diesel, check the service history for evidence of timing chain or belt replacements and oil changes. Negotiate the price based on the recurring nature of the suspension issues, as the anti-roll bar linkages have been flagged as worn or excessively worn across multiple years (2022 and 2024).
As a 2.1L diesel, fuel economy will be typical for a commercial vehicle of this era, though efficiency may vary based on load. Tax and insurance will depend on the specific weight class and the driver's profile, but generally fall into mid-range commercial brackets.
Maintenance costs are likely to be higher than average due to the vehicle's age and the recorded wear on steering and suspension components. Expect to budget for periodic replacements of bushings, linkages, and tyres, as evidenced by the MOT history.
Prioritise a thorough inspection of the steering rack and inner joints, as these caused failures in 2024 and were flagged in 2023. Check the front and rear anti-roll bar pins and bushes, which have been a consistent point of failure or advisory since 2022.
Inspect the braking system, specifically checking for any binding on the offside front service brake and testing the effectiveness of the parking brake, following the 2023 failure. Finally, walk around the vehicle to ensure all amber side marker lamps and registration plate lights are functioning, as these were frequent fail points in the 2023 test.
This 2007 white Mercedes Sprinter has recorded 122,943 miles as of its last MOT in June 2024. The vehicle's history shows a pattern of failures and advisories, specifically regarding steering rack play and anti-roll bar wear. It has failed its MOT in both 2023 and 2024, requiring repairs to braking systems and lighting before passing.
Aggregate data is unavailable, but this specific vehicle demonstrates a susceptibility to steering and suspension wear over time.
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