2004 Mercedes Sprinter 2.2L Diesel · YD04 RCE
2004 Mercedes Sprinter (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 2004. Recorded mileage 273,034 miles. MOT valid until 02 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 273,034 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YD04 RCE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2026
- 273,034 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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YD04 RCE Mileage History
- 28/06/2024244,625 mi
- 04/08/2025258,398 mi+13,773 mi
- 04/08/2025258,398 mi
- 07/07/2026273,034 mi+14,636 mi
- 07/07/2026273,034 mi
Average of roughly 14,041 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YD04 RCE 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 2004 Mercedes Sprinter (YD04 RCE) between June 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 July 2026 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: Bodywork (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
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Our Verdict
Approach this 2004 Mercedes Sprinter with strong caution due to its very high mileage and repeated MOT failures linked to corrosion and lighting faults. It may serve as a cheap workhorse but will likely need ongoing repairs to remain road legal.
Given the repeated MOT failures on YD04RCE, budget for immediate fixes: the July 2026 failure was for both front position lamps not working, and the 2025 failure was for headlamp aim too high, both of which are cheap to resolve but indicate lax maintenance. Always request full service history for this 2.1-litre diesel; with 273,034 miles on the clock, proof of regular oil changes, turbo checks, and brake pipe renewals is essential before purchase. Negotiate hard on price reflecting the August 2004 registration, the corrosion advisories on offside and nearside inner sills and arches noted in 2024, 2025 and 2026, and the slight steering rack free play recorded in 2024 which was not mentioned in later tests.
As a 2151cc diesel first registered in August 2004, this Sprinter falls into older emissions bands with modest road tax but higher-than-average fuel use for a van of this size; expect diesel consumption around 25-30 mpg depending on load. Insurance group for a 2004 Sprinter is typically moderate for commercial use but confirm with your provider given the van's age and 273k mileage. Typical annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance for a high-mileage example like YD04RCE are estimated at £1,600-£2,200, weighted by likely corrosion-related repairs.
The MOT data shows continuous corrosion advisories on the integral body structure at inner sills and arches from 2024 (258,398 miles) through 2026 (273,034 miles); physically inspect these areas with a probe for penetrating rust despite the 'not significantly reduced' notes. Check both front headlamps for lens products and verify all position lamps work, as the July 2026 failure cited both front position lamps not working and the 2025 failure noted headlamp aim too high. Also examine the offside obligatory mirror which was recorded as slightly damaged in July 2026, and assess the steering rack for free play noted at 244,625 miles in 2024, plus rear brake pipes covered in grease or corroded per the same test.
This white 2004 diesel Mercedes Sprinter (YD04RCE) has covered 273,034 miles as of its July 2026 MOT, well above typical use for a 22-year-old van. The MOT history shows three failures across the last three years, all involving corrosion to inner sills and arches plus assorted lighting and aim issues. While it passed in July 2026 after a same-day retest for position lamps, the underlying structural corrosion advisories remain a persistent concern.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Mercedes Sprinter, so assessment is limited to this vehicle's individual history showing corrosion and lighting faults.
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