Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi
VanFrom 868 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 22 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.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 22 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 18 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 17 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 15 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 13 |
| parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment | 11 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 11 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 10 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 8 |
| parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 51.5% of Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 5.3% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £93.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 81.8% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sprinter 315 Premium Cdis tested had between 31,035 and 74,502 miles on the clock.
At 49,968 median miles, the Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi has 0.033 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi MOT pass rate?
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi has a 83.3% MOT pass rate based on 868 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 22 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Premium Cdi is 49,968 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 31,035 and 74,502 miles.
Buying a used Sprinter 315 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 83.3% pass rate and an average repair bill of £93 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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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.