2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · SP05 SVV
2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 05 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 273,029 miles. MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 273,029 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SP05 SVV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2026
- 273,029 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (7 mentions)
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SP05 SVV 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (SP05 SVV) between May 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 September 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: Bodywork (7 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Rear Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting wheel arch (6.1.6 (i) (”; “Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm o”; “Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm o”.
SP05 SVV Mileage History
- 11/05/2023272,446 mi
- 11/05/2023272,453 mi+7 mi
- 08/07/2024272,697 mi+244 mi
- 27/08/2025273,016 mi+319 mi
- 16/09/2026273,029 mi+13 mi
Average of roughly 174 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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