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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,700 cc

1211 MLMOT history

1211 ML is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 5 of 9 MOT tests, with 95,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

1211 ML green Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
95,820 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
5 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1211 ML
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

1211 ML was last recorded at 95,820 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,811 miles · 12 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
2,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,820 miles
  • 2025 – 94,082 miles
  • 2024 – 91,805 miles
  • 2023 – 87,745 miles
  • 2022 – 85,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,820 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened leaf springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both d bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 22 Jul 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,820 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    95,820 miles
    Test number
    711947010086
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

  2. Fail95,811 miles (+1,729)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,811 miles
    Test number
    559543425390
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp o/s/r and n/s/r (4.2.3 (c))

  3. Pass94,082 miles (+12)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    94,082 miles
    Test number
    179158040692
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened leaf springs (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail94,070 miles (+2,265)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,070 miles
    Test number
    104575960599
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing has excessive play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  5. Pass91,805 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,805 miles
    Test number
    765935423783
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened leaf springs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail91,797 miles (+4,052)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,797 miles
    Test number
    275900654121
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps flashes with hazards/indicators (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with hazards/indicators (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive leaf springs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,745 miles (+1,814)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    87,745 miles
    Test number
    703651840031
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass85,931 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,931 miles
    Test number
    219200968362
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail85,928 miles3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,928 miles
    Test number
    920702617792
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Questions about 1211 ML

What vehicle is registration 1211 ML currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1211 ML on a green diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 31 Dec 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1211 ML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 1211 ML is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 1211 ML?
The MOT on 1211 ML is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 1211 ML done?
1211 ML was recorded at 95,820 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 2,708 miles a year.
Has 1211 ML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1211 ML has failed 4 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on 1211 ML ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 1211 ML find?
1211 ML passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 2 more.

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