2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · YX55 ADU
2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 07 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 75,101 km. MOT valid until 24 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Odometer
- 75,101 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YX55 ADU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 75,101 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YX55 ADU 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (YX55 ADU) between November 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 May 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: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel offside and nearside (1.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach date (1308) (5.2.3 (m))”; “Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))”.
YX55 ADU Odometer History
- 02/11/202346,070 km
- 10/10/202455,055 km+8,985 km
- 10/10/202455,055 km
- 28/04/202675,047 km+19,992 km
- 26/05/202675,101 km+54 km
Average of roughly 11,331 km per year across 5 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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