Mercedes-Benz Sprinter MOT Results

Registered in 2015
70.9% pass rate
from 18,951 tests in 2021
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2015 vans and highlighted areas where the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is unusually good or bad.

  • 13% fail on Brakes (62% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 9.1% fail on Brake performance (170% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 7.7% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 7.7% fail on Rbt (sp) (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.032% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
        • 0.016% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 1.8% fail on Parking brake performance (160% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 1.8% fail on Rbt (160% worse than other 2015 vans)
          • 1.4% fail on Parking brake performance (140% worse than other 2015 vans)
          • 0.28% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance) (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
          • 0.11% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles) (4 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.042% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.026% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.011% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.0053% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.032% fail on Decelerometer (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
          • 0.032% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles) (3 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 1.6% fail on Service brake performance (45% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 1.6% fail on Rbt (48% worse than other 2015 vans)
          • 1.2% fail on Service brake performance (38% worse than other 2015 vans)
          • 0.52% fail on Service brake imbalance (77% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.0053% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0053% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.41% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.40% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.28% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.14% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.0053% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
        • 0.0053% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.15% fail on Brake performance not tested (66% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 2.4% fail on Rigid brake pipes (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 2.3% fail on Mechanical brake components (31% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 1.3% fail on Brake linings and pads (52% better than other 2015 vans)
        • 1.2% fail on Brake pads (53% better than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.069% fail on Brake linings (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 1.0% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.94% fail on Brake discs
        • 0.084% fail on Brake drums (6 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.26% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (74% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.095% fail on Lever (160% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.063% fail on Cable
        • 0.037% fail on Linkage (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.037% fail on Brake slack adjuster (7 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.021% fail on Relay lever (3 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.021% fail on Pivot
    • 1.4% fail on Parking brake control (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 1.4% fail on Lever (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.011% fail on Electronic parking brake (5 times worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.55% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (29% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.47% fail on Anti-lock braking system
      • 0.30% fail on Electronic stability control
    • 0.29% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (32% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.25% fail on Pedal
      • 0.042% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.26% fail on Flexible brake hoses (79% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.074% fail on Other components and prescribed areas (3 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.042% fail on Prescribed areas (8 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.042% fail on Park brake mechanism/associated mountings (8 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.032% fail on Other components (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.053% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.047% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
      • 0.0053% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.021% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.016% fail on Reservoirs
      • 0.0053% fail on Brake fluid
    • 0.016% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.011% fail on Servos
      • 0.0053% fail on Operation
  • 13% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (16% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 3.5% fail on Direction indicators (120% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 3.5% fail on Flashing type (120% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 2.2% fail on Side repeaters (120% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 1.5% fail on Individual direction indicators (130% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.10% fail on All direction indicators (150% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 3.1% fail on Headlamp aim (16% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 2.9% fail on Headlamp aim (15% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.30% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 3.0% fail on Headlamps (32% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 2.9% fail on Headlamp (35% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.058% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.0053% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 1.7% fail on Stop lamp (29% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 1.7% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (68% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 1.7% fail on Rear fog lamp (68% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 1.7% fail on Rear fog lamp (68% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 1.3% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (41% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.80% fail on Rear reflectors (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.58% fail on Position lamps (120% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.57% fail on Position lamp (130% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.0053% fail on All position lamps
    • 0.41% fail on Reversing lamps (74% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.40% fail on Reversing lamps (72% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.011% fail on Reversing lamp switch
    • 0.20% fail on Electrical equipment (42% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.11% fail on Horn
      • 0.042% fail on Trailer electrical socket
      • 0.037% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.011% fail on Battery(ies)
    • 0.053% fail on Outline marker lamps (160% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.053% fail on Outline marker lamp (160% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.026% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.026% fail on Switch
    • 0.021% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.011% fail on Main beam tell-tale
      • 0.011% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
  • 6.4% fail on Suspension
    • 3.6% fail on Anti-roll bars (78% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 2.4% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (7 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 1.0% fail on Pins and bushes (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.10% fail on Linkage ball joints (89% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.069% fail on Ball joint (72% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.047% fail on Linkage
      • 0.021% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.011% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.011% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (94% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.0053% fail on Linkage attachment bracket and mounting
    • 2.0% fail on Suspension arms
      • 1.9% fail on Ball joint (93% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.074% fail on Ball joint dust cover (62% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.011% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.011% fail on Pins and bushes (99% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.0053% fail on Suspension arm
    • 0.59% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.54% fail on Springs (75% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.52% fail on Leaf springs (140% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.32% fail on Fixings and fixing bolts (6 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.10% fail on Leaf spring
        • 0.032% fail on Spring saddle (3 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.026% fail on Anchor bracket (4 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.026% fail on Shackle bracket (6 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.016% fail on Anchor pins and bushes
        • 0.0053% fail on Shackle pins and bushes
      • 0.021% fail on Coil springs (99% better than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.021% fail on Coil spring (99% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.0053% fail on Bonded suspension units
        • 0.0053% fail on Bonded suspension unit
    • 0.29% fail on Other suspension component (51% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.26% fail on Ball joint (100% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.011% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.011% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0053% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0053% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.12% fail on Wheel bearings (70% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.069% fail on Sub-frames (170% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.037% fail on Sub-frame (3 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.021% fail on Ball joint (6 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.011% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.053% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.016% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.016% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.016% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0053% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.053% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.047% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.026% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.016% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0053% fail on Suspension rod
    • 0.026% fail on Axles (2 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.021% fail on Axle (5 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.0053% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
  • 5.2% fail on Visibility (8.7% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 2.4% fail on Wipers
    • 1.8% fail on Washers (29% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.72% fail on View to rear (59% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.71% fail on Mirrors (60% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.011% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.62% fail on Condition of glass (40% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.62% fail on Windscreen (41% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.032% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.0053% fail on Driver's view
  • 3.9% fail on Tyres (22% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 2.1% fail on Tread depth (24% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 1.9% fail on Condition (20% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.074% fail on Size/type
  • 3.6% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (44% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 3.5% fail on Exhaust emissions (47% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 2.5% fail on Compression ignition (35% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 2.1% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (72% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.30% fail on On or after 01/01/2014 (40% better than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.15% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.042% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
        • 0.032% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.026% fail on Particulate filter
          • 0.0053% fail on Oxygen sensor
          • 0.0053% fail on Other emission control equipment
        • 0.011% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
      • 1.0% fail on Spark ignition (99% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 1.00% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (110% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.011% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.0053% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0053% fail on Particulate filter
        • 0.0053% fail on Emissions not tested
    • 0.21% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.16% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.021% fail on Other leaks
      • 0.016% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.0053% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
  • 2.2% fail on Body, chassis, structure (26% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.77% fail on Exhaust system (86% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.71% fail on Body (91% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.50% fail on Other body component (71% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.15% fail on Panel (150% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.032% fail on Mounting fixings
      • 0.021% fail on Body condition
    • 0.23% fail on Transmission (86% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.20% fail on Prop shafts (61% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.12% fail on Prop shaft (3 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.032% fail on Flexible couplings (200% worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.032% fail on Bearing housing (5 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.021% fail on Joints (74% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.032% fail on Drive shafts (98% better than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.032% fail on Joints (98% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.0053% fail on Belts
    • 0.17% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.095% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.047% fail on Tank
      • 0.016% fail on Pipe
      • 0.0053% fail on Hose
      • 0.0053% fail on System
    • 0.12% fail on Doors
      • 0.047% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.037% fail on Door condition
        • 0.011% fail on Hinge (7 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.042% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.026% fail on Door condition
        • 0.016% fail on Catch
      • 0.032% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.021% fail on Door condition
        • 0.011% fail on Hinge
    • 0.11% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.074% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.063% fail on Carrier (120% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.011% fail on Spare wheel condition
    • 0.047% fail on Integral vehicle structure (180% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.032% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition
      • 0.011% fail on Sub-frame (16 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.011% fail on Sub-frame condition (16 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.0053% fail on Strengthening plate
    • 0.042% fail on Load security
      • 0.026% fail on Loading door
      • 0.016% fail on Dropside
        • 0.016% fail on Dropside condition (3 times worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.032% fail on Seats (66% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.021% fail on Driver's seat (68% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.011% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.021% fail on Chassis
      • 0.016% fail on Chassis condition
      • 0.0053% fail on Strengthening plate
    • 0.021% fail on Towbar
      • 0.016% fail on Other towbar components
      • 0.0053% fail on Safety device
    • 0.011% fail on Undertray
    • 0.0053% fail on Floor
    • 0.0053% fail on Cabs
      • 0.0053% fail on Steps
    • 0.0053% fail on Passenger compartment
  • 1.8% fail on Steering
    • 1.4% fail on Steering linkage components
      • 1.2% fail on Track rod end (20% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.12% fail on Ball joint (160% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.037% fail on Drag link end (3 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.016% fail on Steering arm
      • 0.016% fail on Other components (4 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.011% fail on Steering linkage (10 times worse than other 2015 vans)
        • 0.0053% fail on Steering component
    • 0.28% fail on Power steering
      • 0.095% fail on Other components (87% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.074% fail on Operation
      • 0.069% fail on Pipes and hoses
      • 0.032% fail on Pump (4 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.016% fail on Rams (7 times worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.13% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.095% fail on Steering rack
      • 0.037% fail on Operation
    • 0.069% fail on Steering play (130% worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.069% fail on Steering rack (130% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.011% fail on Steering wheel
    • 0.011% fail on Steering column
  • 1.1% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.72% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (50% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.42% fail on Seat belts (37% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.38% fail on Condition (36% better than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.032% fail on Attachment
      • 0.0053% fail on Requirements
      • 0.0053% fail on Pre-tensioners
    • 0.011% fail on Airbags
      • 0.011% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.84% fail on Identification of the vehicle (110% worse than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.84% fail on Registration plates (110% worse than other 2015 vans)
  • 0.074% fail on Road Wheels (59% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.053% fail on Attachment (61% better than other 2015 vans)
    • 0.021% fail on Condition
  • 0.026% fail on Speedometer and speed limiter
    • 0.026% fail on Speed limiter (4 times worse than other 2015 vans)
      • 0.026% fail on Speed limiter plate (4 times worse than other 2015 vans)