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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,148 cc

J8 LFPMOT history

J8 LFP is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 28 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 150,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

J8 LFP white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
150,043 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 LFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 LFP was last recorded at 150,043 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,042 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,043 miles
  • 2025 – 145,992 miles
  • 2024 – 143,610 miles
  • 2023 – 141,246 miles
  • 2022 – 138,738 miles
  • 2021 – 135,749 miles
  • 2020 – 135,268 miles
  • 2019 – 134,572 miles
  • 2018 – 125,519 miles
  • 2017 – 89,257 miles
  • 2016 – 56,837 miles
  • 2015 – 51,114 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,043 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,043 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    150,043 miles
    Test number
    695902736214
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail150,042 miles (+4,050)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,042 miles
    Test number
    159712299067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixings loose to the extent that relative movement is visible front u bolt loose (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass145,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    145,992 miles
    Test number
    914414963207
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail145,992 miles (+2,382)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,992 miles
    Test number
    677204150871
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass143,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    143,610 miles
    Test number
    971612618300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,610 miles (+2,364)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,610 miles
    Test number
    369881565085
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass141,246 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    141,246 miles
    Test number
    693992152701
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail141,232 miles (+2,494)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,232 miles
    Test number
    625364244398
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass138,738 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    138,738 miles
    Test number
    576628606631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,736 miles (+2,987)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,736 miles
    Test number
    547628087872
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  11. Pass135,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,749 miles
    Test number
    525414737039
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail135,749 miles (+481)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,749 miles
    Test number
    948977481658
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass135,268 miles (+696)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,268 miles
    Test number
    245564354811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass134,572 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    134,572 miles
    Test number
    552004968944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail134,569 miles (+9,050)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,569 miles
    Test number
    704769811074
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass125,519 miles (+36,262)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    125,519 miles
    Test number
    576192463328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,257 miles (+32,420)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,257 miles
    Test number
    948085446662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    56,837 miles
    Test number
    491705848055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,837 miles (+5,723)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,837 miles
    Test number
    833027758117
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)

  20. Fail51,114 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,114 miles
    Test number
    399966575128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  21. Pass51,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,114 miles
    Test number
    885136775196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 LFP

Does J8 LFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 LFP is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 LFP?
The MOT on J8 LFP is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 LFP done?
J8 LFP was recorded at 150,043 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 9,157 miles a year.
Has J8 LFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 LFP has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 LFP 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 J8 LFP find?
J8 LFP passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective.

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