Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid

2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · YJ56 VLE

YJ56 VLE

2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01/11/2006. Recorded mileage 283,225 miles. MOT valid until 14/02/2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
Year / Origin
2006 · Leeds
MOT Status
Valid until 14/02/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
283,225 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14/02/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
2148cc

YJ56 VLE Key Findings

  • 21 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
  • 283,225 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (17 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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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! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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YJ56 VLE Mileage History

  1. 21/10/200985,857 mi
  2. 21/10/200985,857 mi
  3. 18/11/2010120,190 mi+34,333 mi
  4. 12/11/2011136,781 mi+16,591 mi
  5. 12/11/2011136,781 mi
  6. 29/12/2012211,708 mi+74,927 mi
  7. 31/01/2014233,514 mi+21,806 mi
  8. 12/02/2015244,098 mi+10,584 mi
  9. 10/02/2016264,313 mi+20,215 mi
  10. 11/02/2017266,839 mi+2,526 mi
  11. 05/02/2018270,116 mi+3,277 mi
  12. 08/02/2019273,543 mi+3,427 mi
  13. 11/02/2020275,883 mi+2,340 mi
  14. 11/02/2020275,883 mi
  15. 10/02/2021277,555 mi+1,672 mi
  16. 10/02/2021277,555 mi
  17. 08/02/2022279,046 mi+1,491 mi
  18. 27/01/2023279,712 mi+666 mi
  19. 15/02/2024280,127 mi+415 mi
  20. 21/01/2025281,943 mi+1,816 mi
  21. 02/02/2026283,225 mi+1,282 mi

Average of roughly 12,119 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

YJ56 VLE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 13:48
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (YJ56 VLE) between October 2009 and February 2026.

The record contains 17 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 02 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Windscreen (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 40 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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