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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LT12 SWXMOT history

LT12 SWX is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 2 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 131,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LT12 SWX white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
131,356 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 SWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 SWX was last recorded at 131,356 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,321 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
6,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,356 miles
  • 2025 – 125,593 miles
  • 2023 – 119,776 miles
  • 2022 – 114,769 miles
  • 2019 – 104,609 miles
  • 2018 – 99,101 miles
  • 2017 – 96,140 miles
  • 2016 – 80,932 miles
  • 2015 – 64,817 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,356 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens cracked but not affecting rear position lightRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 17 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,356 miles (+35)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    131,356 miles
    Test number
    753420674714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens cracked but not affecting rear position light
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail131,321 miles (+5,728)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,321 miles
    Test number
    471842672148
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight leak around turbo/ exhaust manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens cracked but not affecting rear position light
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass125,593 miles (+5,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    125,593 miles
    Test number
    220800179719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass119,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    119,776 miles
    Test number
    407975815303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail119,776 miles (+5,007)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,776 miles
    Test number
    279602917319
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass114,769 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,769 miles
    Test number
    731510627145
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail114,767 miles (+10,158)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,767 miles
    Test number
    600259155357
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass104,609 miles (+5,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,609 miles
    Test number
    728159909181
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass99,101 miles (+2,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,101 miles
    Test number
    404836326123
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened set (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass96,140 miles (+15,208)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,140 miles
    Test number
    693462227470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,932 miles (+16,115)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,932 miles
    Test number
    934909481238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,817 miles
    Test number
    158096575499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT12 SWX

Does LT12 SWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 SWX is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 SWX?
The MOT on LT12 SWX is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 SWX done?
LT12 SWX was recorded at 131,356 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 6,088 miles a year.
Has LT12 SWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 SWX has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 SWX 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 SWX find?
LT12 SWX passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear lamp lens cracked but not affecting rear position light; offside front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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