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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 2,148 cc

N5 PDKMOT history

N5 PDK is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 23 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 260,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

N5 PDK silver Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
260,361 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 PDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 PDK was last recorded at 260,361 miles on 26 May 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
260,355 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 260,361 miles
  • 2025 – 257,384 miles
  • 2024 – 253,711 miles
  • 2023 – 248,988 miles
  • 2022 – 243,729 miles
  • 2021 – 243,693 miles
  • 2019 – 228,399 miles
  • 2018 – 216,775 miles
  • 2017 – 203,245 miles
  • 2015 – 189,702 miles
  • 2014 – 172,244 miles
  • 2013 – 150,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass260,361 miles
  • AdvisoryFront pads deterioratedRecorded 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.

  • Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering.

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass260,361 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    260,361 miles
    Test number
    192976170503
    • AdvisoryFront pads deteriorated
  2. Fail260,355 miles (+2,971)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,355 miles
    Test number
    968827187039
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront pads deteriorated
  3. Pass257,384 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    257,384 miles
    Test number
    525572954903
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail257,307 miles (+3,596)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,307 miles
    Test number
    794373131226
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass253,711 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    253,711 miles
    Test number
    135290682677
    • AdvisoryInvoice shown for professional cleaned dpf
  6. Fail253,690 miles (+4,702)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,690 miles
    Test number
    347556779148
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass248,988 miles (+5,259)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    248,988 miles
    Test number
    664299413565
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDpf welded invoice produced
  8. Pass243,729 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    243,729 miles
    Test number
    258123996100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryCatalytic welded but invoiced produced to me showing its been cleaned out
  9. Fail243,729 miles (+36)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,729 miles
    Test number
    891845188534
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryCatalytic welded but invoiced produced to me showing its been cleaned out
  10. Fail243,693 miles (+15,294)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,693 miles
    Test number
    822976874449
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shocks
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBody mounts missing
  11. Pass228,399 miles (+11,624)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    228,399 miles
    Test number
    356939316531
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass216,775 miles (+13,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    216,775 miles
    Test number
    779537682811
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  13. Pass203,245 miles (+13,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    203,245 miles
    Test number
    539668296701
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Pass189,702 miles (+17,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    189,702 miles
    Test number
    363554345383
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass172,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    172,244 miles
    Test number
    665644524341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail172,244 miles (+22,168)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,244 miles
    Test number
    977923524354
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  17. Pass150,076 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    150,076 miles
    Test number
    708807113333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about N5 PDK

Does N5 PDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 PDK is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 PDK?
The MOT on N5 PDK is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 PDK done?
N5 PDK was recorded at 260,361 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 8,801 miles a year.
Has N5 PDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 PDK has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on N5 PDK 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 N5 PDK find?
N5 PDK passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front pads deteriorated.

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