Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,151 cc

F3 FGDMOT history

F3 FGD is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 85,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

F3 FGD white 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 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
85,460 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,953 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for F3 FGD in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
F3 FGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 FGD was last recorded at 85,460 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 5,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,852 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,608 miles
Average per year
5,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,460 miles
  • 2025 – 79,852 miles
  • 2024 – 74,179 miles
  • 2023 – 69,026 miles
  • 2022 – 63,239 miles
  • 2021 – 58,308 miles
  • 2019 – 49,949 miles
  • 2018 – 44,323 miles
  • 2017 – 37,189 miles
  • 2016 – 29,912 miles
  • 2015 – 22,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,460 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material b/pipe corroded to flexi (front to rear ) (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material b/pipe corroded to flexi (front to rear ) (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut and tyre close to limit (2.5mm remaining) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside brake lines corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front shock absorber insert slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,460 miles (+5,608)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    85,460 miles
    Test number
    911923518892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material b/pipe corroded to flexi (front to rear ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material b/pipe corroded to flexi (front to rear ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut and tyre close to limit (2.5mm remaining) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass79,852 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,852 miles
    Test number
    713062654026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside brake lines corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail79,845 miles (+5,666)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,845 miles
    Test number
    475023160484
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside brake lines corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass74,179 miles (+5,153)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,179 miles
    Test number
    406134696236
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,026 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,026 miles
    Test number
    183810927786
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear very corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater lens missing

  6. Fail69,026 miles (+5,787)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,026 miles
    Test number
    908239352979
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear very corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater lens missing

  7. Pass63,239 miles (+4,931)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,239 miles
    Test number
    978366094918
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass58,308 miles (+8,359)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,308 miles
    Test number
    338427265107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded

  9. Pass49,949 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,949 miles
    Test number
    740350807693
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber insert slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  10. Fail49,949 miles (+5,626)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,949 miles
    Test number
    139584938345
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear lense damaged (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber insert slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  11. Pass44,323 miles (+7,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    44,323 miles
    Test number
    681949855153
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met minimum requirements
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber insert slight play

  12. Pass37,189 miles (+7,277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    37,189 miles
    Test number
    247345814037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass29,912 miles (+7,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,912 miles
    Test number
    987522559563
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass22,741 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,741 miles
    Test number
    817003285141
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about F3 FGD

Does F3 FGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 FGD is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 FGD?
The MOT on F3 FGD is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 FGD done?
F3 FGD was recorded at 85,460 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 5,953 miles a year.
Has F3 FGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 FGD has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on F3 FGD 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 F3 FGD find?
F3 FGD passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material b/pipe corroded to flexi (front to rear ); offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all F3F registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.