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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

K40 TFGMOT history

K40 TFG is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 16 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 13 MOT tests, with 292,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

K40 TFG white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
292,478 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
7 passed · 6 failed
Per year
26,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 TFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
16 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 TFG was last recorded at 292,478 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 11,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Oct 2023: 253,120 miles, lower than 253,195 miles on 16 Oct 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
281,151 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,327 miles
Average per year
26,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 292,478 miles
  • 2024 – 281,151 miles
  • 2023 – 253,120 miles
  • 2022 – 229,738 miles
  • 2021 – 199,716 miles
  • 2020 – 162,230 miles
  • 2019 – 110,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass292,478 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/75/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 1 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass292,478 miles (+11,327)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    292,478 miles
    Test number
    642123752196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/75/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass281,151 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    281,151 miles
    Test number
    382382718150
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Fail281,151 miles (+28,031)1 dangerous5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,151 miles
    Test number
    253701949408
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass253,120 miles (-75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    253,120 miles
    Test number
    485270042152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side repeter lens cracked
    • AdvisoryCracks in screen
    • AdvisorySteering tight on lock to lock check ,advise closer inspection

  5. Fail253,195 miles (+23,457)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,195 miles
    Test number
    806566597868
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side repeter lens cracked
    • AdvisoryCracks in screen
    • AdvisoryEngine rough on diesel test ?
    • AdvisorySteering tight on lock to lock check ,advise closer inspection

  6. Pass229,738 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    229,738 miles
    Test number
    256596736496
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 3 Small chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail229,738 miles (+30,022)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,738 miles
    Test number
    453822582966
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam Fitted h7 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working Replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 3 Small chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass199,716 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    199,716 miles
    Test number
    885447846136
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail199,715 miles (+37,485)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,715 miles
    Test number
    499693881645
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass162,230 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    162,230 miles
    Test number
    984599302685
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in steering.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension top mount in poor condition.

  11. Fail162,229 miles (+51,881)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,229 miles
    Test number
    434047558329
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in steering.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension top mount in poor condition.

  12. Pass110,348 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,348 miles
    Test number
    795630541347
    • MinorFront Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail110,348 miles3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,348 miles
    Test number
    188744138921
    • MajorFront Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Questions about K40 TFG

Does K40 TFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 TFG is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 TFG?
The MOT on K40 TFG is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 TFG done?
K40 TFG was recorded at 292,478 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 26,791 miles a year.
Has K40 TFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 TFG has failed 6 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on K40 TFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Oct 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K40 TFG find?
K40 TFG passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 4 more.

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