Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,937 vehicles, the 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi (2017)

1,937 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.5% first-time pass rate

2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi

CarHunch analysed 1,937 real MOT records for the 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 314CDI is a serious reliability concern, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 21.8% against the UK average of 80%—this is a commercial vehicle with chronic issues. No dangerous defects were recorded across the 1,937 vehicles analysed, which is the only bright spot, but the consistent failure pattern signals systemic problems rather than isolated wear.

At 112,526 miles median, these Sprinters are running high mileage for their age, yet the average of just 0.19 failures per vehicle suggests the problems are predictable rather than catastrophic—mostly electrical, fuel system, or emissions-related niggles that add up. If you're considering one, budget for a full pre-purchase inspection by a Mercedes specialist and expect ongoing maintenance costs; this is a van that needs hands-on ownership, not a buy-and-forget prospect.

The 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (85.5% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

85.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.19

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

113k

Middle half: 85k–144k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,937 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 1,937 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	1,930	85.5%	0.19

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,181 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 91.1%

2,897

Silver 4%

128

Black 1.2%

Blue 1%

Yellow 0.9%

Red 0.6%

Grey 0.6%

Green 0.4%

Brown 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

112,526

typical

84,681

low mileage

144,286

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi vehicles fall between 84,681 and 144,286 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 84,681 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 84,681–144,286 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdis sit.

⚠ Over 194,786 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdi — Still on the Road

Almost all 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314cdis are still on the road.

Strong survival — 375 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.19

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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