Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,151 cc
LT12 SWWMOT history
LT12 SWW is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 15 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 242,656 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 10 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 242,656 mi
- At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 18
- 11 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 17,022 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LT12 SWW
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,151 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2012
- First used
- 15 Mar 2012
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LT12 SWW was last recorded at 242,656 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 242,656 miles · 1 Dec 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 17,022 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 242,656 miles
- 2024 – 239,565 miles
- 2023 – 237,043 miles
- 2022 – 228,355 miles
- 2021 – 221,655 miles
- 2020 – 212,395 miles
- 2019 – 196,571 miles
- 2018 – 181,015 miles
- 2017 – 143,272 miles
- 2016 – 100,908 miles
- 2015 – 59,647 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass242,656 miles
- MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Covered in rust.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
18 tests since 12 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass242,656 miles2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 242,656 miles
- Test number
- 254741208849
- MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Covered in rust.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail242,656 miles (+3,091)2 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 242,656 miles
- Test number
- 416891488872
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Covered in rust.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass239,565 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 239,565 miles
- Test number
- 585177699205
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail239,565 miles (+2,522)6 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 239,565 miles
- Test number
- 476935981334
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass237,043 miles (+8,688)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 237,043 miles
- Test number
- 939727748310
- AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes corroding
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible section in poor condition
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySlight play in N/S front inner steering joint
Pass228,355 miles (+6,700)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 228,355 miles
- Test number
- 743304432798
- AdvisoryExhaust flexible section in poor condition
- AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes corroding
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S and N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass221,655 miles (+9,260)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 221,655 miles
- Test number
- 216490458456
- AdvisorySlight play in N/S inner steering arm (drumstick)
- AdvisorySlight play in O/S and N/S rear antiroll bar drop link bushes
Pass212,395 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 212,395 miles
- Test number
- 649902631897
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryO/S and N/S front tyres perishing
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail212,395 miles (+15,824)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 212,395 miles
- Test number
- 235062669373
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryO/S and N/S front tyres perishing
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass196,571 miles (+15,556)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 196,571 miles
- Test number
- 807780338671
- AdvisorySlight play from steering rack
Pass181,015 miles (+1,651)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 181,015 miles
- Test number
- 736258039045
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail179,364 miles (+36,092)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 179,364 miles
- Test number
- 124052077747
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
- FailureFront brake application uneven 43% (3.7.B.2)
Pass143,272 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 143,272 miles
- Test number
- 997424868072
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail143,272 miles (+42,364)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,272 miles
- Test number
- 656434520834
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass100,908 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 100,908 miles
- Test number
- 156299147341
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail100,908 miles (+41,261)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,908 miles
- Test number
- 876625995021
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front marker lamp not working
- AdvisoryScreen washer low
Fail59,647 miles1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,647 miles
- Test number
- 157531775478
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass59,647 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 59,647 miles
- Test number
- 378371875089
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about LT12 SWW
- Does LT12 SWW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 SWW is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LT12 SWW?
- The MOT on LT12 SWW is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LT12 SWW done?
- LT12 SWW was recorded at 242,656 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 17,022 miles a year.
- Has LT12 SWW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LT12 SWW has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
- Has the mileage on LT12 SWW 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 SWW find?
- LT12 SWW passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: brake warning device malfunctioning or defective; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.
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