2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · YN56 VYS
2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 06 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 336,450 miles. MOT expired on 25 Aug 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 336,450 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
YN56 VYS Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2024
- 336,450 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YN56 VYS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (YN56 VYS) between August 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 August 2024 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: Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Steering (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
YN56 VYS Mileage History
- 08/08/2022335,736 mi
- 08/08/2022335,736 mi
- 15/08/2023336,068 mi+332 mi
- 27/08/2024336,450 mi+382 mi
Average of roughly 348 miles per year across 4 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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