2008 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · WU08 VLR
2008 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 03 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 135,381 miles. MOT expired on 15 May 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,381 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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WU08 VLR Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2024
- 135,381 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WU08 VLR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (WU08 VLR) between November 2021 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
WU08 VLR Mileage History
- 13/11/2021129,287 mi
- 17/05/2023133,130 mi+3,843 mi
- 14/05/2024135,381 mi+2,251 mi
Average of roughly 2,438 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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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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