2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi models manufactured in 2023, based on 45 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi cars tested in 2023. Want to see how cars built in 2023 hold up over time?
View 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi vintage page → (92.5% current pass rate)2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi MOT Analysis
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi has an MOT pass rate of 93.3% based on 45 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,608 miles on the odometer. With a 6.7% failure rate, the 2023 Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 11.1% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50.
Top failures specific to 2023 models only. The overall Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 11.1% | 5 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 26,608 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 4.18 | 11.1% | 5 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi has an MOT pass rate of 93.3% based on 45 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,608 miles on the odometer. With a 6.7% failure rate, the 2023 Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 26,608 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 11.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 11.1% of MOT failures on 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 Progressive Cdi models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.