2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · WV61 AEC

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter presents a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent DVSA test on 2 December 2025 at 54,155 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. Annual examinations from December 2021 through December 2025 consistently yielded passes without advisories, indicating the vehicle has not exhibited worsening mechanical or structural faults over the four-year observation window. Mileage accumulation reflects light commercial use for a 2011 plate vehicle. The record shows 37,088 miles at the 1 December 2021 test, rising to 41,260 by 16 December 2022, 45,672 by 5 December 2023, 51,362 by 16 December 2024, and 54,155 by 2 December 2025. That equates to roughly 3,600 miles per annum, well below typical fleet averages. No gaps appear in the testing cadence; each winter test occurred within statutory limits, and the absence of flagged wear suggests previous keepers maintained basic upkeep despite low utilisation. The DVSA testers recorded no advisories for suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, or structural corrosion across the five examinations. A purchaser should still task a workshop with inspecting these components in person, since a 2011 chassis with long stationary periods may harbour hidden rust at weld seams or perished rubber mounts that a road test cannot always reveal. The consistent pass record implies previous owners adhered to statutory maintenance despite limited use. Low annual distances can allow tyres to age-crack and brake calipers to seize, so verify service history and check exhaust emissions hardware for deterioration.