Mercedes Sprinter 312 D Mwb (1999)
1999 Mercedes Sprinter 312 D Mwb
CarHunch analysed 103 real MOT records for the 1999 Mercedes Sprinter 312 D Mwb. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1999 Mercedes Sprinter 312 D has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 2.3%, catastrophically below the UK average of 80%—only 2 out of 103 vehicles passed their test without requiring remedial work. The complete absence of dangerous defects (0%) is the only silver lining, though it does little to offset the sheer scale of failure across this cohort.
At a median mileage of 211,405 miles, these vans are genuinely worn, and the lack of advisories despite the extreme age and mileage suggests inspectors are finding serious, not minor, issues. If you're considering one of these vehicles, demand a full pre-purchase inspection by a Mercedes specialist—the MOT data indicates that functional reliability at this age is the exception rather than the rule.
What to check before buying a 1999 Mercedes Sprinter 312 D Mwb
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 102 | 2.3% | 0.03 |
| Petrol (1%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1999 Mercedes Sprinter 312 D Mwb vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1999 Mercedes Sprinter 312 D Mwb vehicles fall between 211,405 and 229,012 miles.
MOT History Averages
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