1998 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.9L Diesel · S735 BWP
1998 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.9L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 1998. Recorded mileage 265,504 km. MOT valid until 19 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 265,504 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S735 BWP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
- 265,504 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S735 BWP 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (S735 BWP) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired bracket ball joint broken (1.1.17 (a))”; “Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements switch faulty all lights turn off when operati”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
S735 BWP Odometer History
- 12/05/2023255,220 km
- 03/05/2024257,341 km+2,121 km
- 20/05/2024257,637 km+296 km
- 13/05/2025259,979 mi
- 21/05/2026265,504 km
Average of roughly 3,399 km 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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