Mercedes-Benz Sprinter MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

21.7%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles
Based on 78,112 MOT tests
6.3pp below the UK average (28%)

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter in this age bracket has a 21.7% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and brakes.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Mercedes-Benz Sprinter are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 5.0%
Brakes 3.9%
Visibility 2.2%
Tyres 1.8%
Body & Chassis 0.9%
Suspension 0.7%
Steering 0.2%

How Does This Compare?

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 21.7% 78,112 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 24.1% 257,359 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 34.0% 312,754 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 41.0% 151,506 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 42.8% 80,935 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Mercedes-Benz Sprinter reliable?

0-2-year-old Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles have a 21.7% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 5.0% failure risk
  • Brakes — 3.9% failure risk
  • Visibility — 2.2% failure risk

How can I prepare my Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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