Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi
VanFrom 18,573 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdis fare better: 2022 models pass at 84.9% vs 82% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, caused 748 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.
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 748 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 475 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 298 |
| parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment | 282 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 262 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 250 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 241 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 226 |
| parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value | 219 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 209 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 45.3% of failures are serious: 38.5% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 6.8% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £93.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 84.9% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2021 | 78.2% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 82% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdis tested had between 44,189 and 98,456 miles on the clock.
At 63,599 median miles, the Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi has 0.033 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi MOT pass rate?
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi has a 79.2% MOT pass rate based on 18,573 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi is parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, which caused 748 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi is 63,599 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 44,189 and 98,456 miles.
Buying a used Sprinter 315 Progressive 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 79.2% 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.