2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb models manufactured in 2007, based on 627 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb vintage page → (64.5% current pass rate)2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb MOT Analysis
The 2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb has an MOT pass rate of 64.3% based on 627 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 141,177 miles on the odometer. With a 35.7% failure rate, the 2007 Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb is Steering, responsible for 0.2% of failures. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs range from £150–600. Tyres is the second most common issue at 0.2%.
Top failures specific to 2007 models only. The overall Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 141,177 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0.01 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Tyres | 0.01 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb has an MOT pass rate of 64.3% based on 627 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 141,177 miles on the odometer. With a 35.7% failure rate, the 2007 Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to steering: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels. With an average mileage of 141,177 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Steering — 0.2% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Tyres — 0.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2007 Mercedes Sprinter 315 Cdi Lwb models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.