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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LT12 BXGMOT history

LT12 BXG is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 136,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LT12 BXG black 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 11 May 2027
Mileage
136,462 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 BXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 BXG was last recorded at 136,462 miles on 12 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,461 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,462 miles
  • 2025 – 133,464 miles
  • 2024 – 117,052 miles
  • 2023 – 87,061 miles
  • 2022 – 69,289 miles
  • 2020 – 68,678 miles
  • 2019 – 67,283 miles
  • 2018 – 63,883 miles
  • 2017 – 56,135 miles
  • 2016 – 43,541 miles
  • 2015 – 30,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,462 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,462 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    136,462 miles
    Test number
    257011670405
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,461 miles (+2,997)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,461 miles
    Test number
    941052915558
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,464 miles (+80)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    133,464 miles
    Test number
    299250758652
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail133,384 miles (+16,332)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,384 miles
    Test number
    209446868115
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter obviously modified welded (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass117,052 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,052 miles
    Test number
    195005871394
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail117,052 miles (+29,991)2 repaired3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,052 miles
    Test number
    515079927951
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass87,061 miles (+17,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,061 miles
    Test number
    366134367704
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass69,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,289 miles
    Test number
    153091498288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,289 miles (+611)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,289 miles
    Test number
    469430574161
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass68,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    68,678 miles
    Test number
    931114688937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail68,678 miles (+1,395)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,678 miles
    Test number
    133660695641
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass67,283 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,283 miles
    Test number
    557009501310
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Fail67,283 miles (+3,400)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,283 miles
    Test number
    518254050079
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass63,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    63,883 miles
    Test number
    345074009802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,883 miles (+7,748)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,883 miles
    Test number
    285462306374
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected Broken (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre deteriorated (see DOT), worn low & just within the legal limit
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake disc has scoreing

  16. Pass56,135 miles (+12,594)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,135 miles
    Test number
    111151332042
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Damage to body. No sharp edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate slightly damaged

  17. Pass43,541 miles (+58)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,541 miles
    Test number
    904378610640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose and damaged .

  18. Fail43,483 miles (+12,911)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,483 miles
    Test number
    868736478722
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose and damaged .

  19. Pass30,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,572 miles
    Test number
    336525185024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,572 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,572 miles
    Test number
    925092485039
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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 LT12 BXG

Does LT12 BXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 BXG is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 BXG?
The MOT on LT12 BXG is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 BXG done?
LT12 BXG was recorded at 136,462 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 9,507 miles a year.
Has LT12 BXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 BXG has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 BXG 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 LT12 BXG find?
LT12 BXG passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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