Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi
VanFrom 1,358 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement and wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. The top issue, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 149 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 149 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 72 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 64 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 59 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 38 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 36 |
| parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment | 28 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 22 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 21 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 19 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 29.3% of Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.7% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £112.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 70.7% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2020 | 79.8% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sprinter 314 Premium Cdis tested had between 41,987 and 70,615 miles on the clock.
At 57,848 median miles, the Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi has 0.048 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi MOT pass rate?
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi has a 72.2% MOT pass rate based on 1,358 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi is a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 149 failures. Other common issues include parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi is 57,848 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 41,987 and 70,615 miles.
Buying a used Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 72.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £112 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 29.3% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.