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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 2,874 cc

P181 GPDMOT history

P181 GPD is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 3 Sept 1996. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 190,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2024
Mileage
190,307 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P181 GPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
3 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

P181 GPD was last recorded at 190,307 miles on 17 Oct 2024, 1,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jan 2016: 179,887 miles, lower than 624,163 miles on 8 Dec 2015.

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
188,974 miles · 27 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,333 miles
Average per year
3,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 190,307 miles
  • 2023 – 188,974 miles
  • 2022 – 188,187 miles
  • 2021 – 187,139 miles
  • 2020 – 186,584 miles
  • 2019 – 185,802 miles
  • 2018 – 184,021 miles
  • 2017 – 181,996 miles
  • 2016 – 179,894 miles
  • 2015 – 624,163 miles
  • 2014 – 177,779 miles
  • 2013 – 174,793 miles
  • 2012 – 172,043 miles
  • 2011 – 167,246 miles
  • 2010 – 164,127 miles
  • 2009 – 158,575 miles
  • 2008 – 149,898 miles
  • 2007 – 141,427 miles
  • 2006 – 133,230 miles
  • 2005 – 126,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail190,307 miles
  • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at ABS unit (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central and rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail190,307 miles (+1,333)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,307 miles
    Test number
    619803663916
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at ABS unit (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass188,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    188,974 miles
    Test number
    564398332685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail188,974 miles (+787)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,974 miles
    Test number
    975080328549
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass188,187 miles (+4)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    188,187 miles
    Test number
    780109664971
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner/outer sills centre of van
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s and n/s front lower wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside front door edge corroded and holed

  5. Fail188,183 miles (+1,044)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,183 miles
    Test number
    271542225855
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner /outer sill near front leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door edge corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner/outer sills, centre of van
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s and n/s front lower wheel arch

  6. Pass187,139 miles (+555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    187,139 miles
    Test number
    454908963268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass186,584 miles (+782)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    186,584 miles
    Test number
    176887317226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced passenger door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly deteriated

  8. Pass185,802 miles (+1,781)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    185,802 miles
    Test number
    282382402496
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped in 3 places (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door skin (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass184,021 miles (+2,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    184,021 miles
    Test number
    464981261607
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass181,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    181,996 miles
    Test number
    930127496007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail181,996 miles (+2,102)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,996 miles
    Test number
    969652377400
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass179,894 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    179,894 miles
    Test number
    160886098246
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail179,892 miles (+5)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,892 miles
    Test number
    124750579738
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail179,887 miles (-444,276)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,887 miles
    Test number
    882666147011
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded at both the front and rear spring hangers (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion to door
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail624,163 miles (+446,384)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    624,163 miles
    Test number
    744831148662
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear and rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe corroded and perforated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass177,779 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    177,779 miles
    Test number
    617125434344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail177,779 miles (+2,986)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,779 miles
    Test number
    736475234351
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass174,793 miles (+2,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    174,793 miles
    Test number
    649626533376
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass172,043 miles (+4,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    172,043 miles
    Test number
    788388332381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass167,246 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    167,246 miles
    Test number
    988649341345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail167,233 miles (+3,106)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,233 miles
    Test number
    627161841356
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass164,127 miles (+5,552)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    164,127 miles
    Test number
    644503940399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass158,575 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    158,575 miles
    Test number
    924134849327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail158,564 miles5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,564 miles
    Test number
    890023449399
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil at offside rear brake backplate

  25. Fail158,564 miles (+8,666)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,564 miles
    Test number
    442633549303
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front head lamp glass cracked ok at time of test
    • NoteOil at offside rear brake backplate

  26. Pass149,898 miles (+8,471)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    149,898 miles
    Test number
    813134458359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass141,427 miles (+8,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    141,427 miles
    Test number
    654987947379
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass133,230 miles (+82)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    133,230 miles
    Test number
    372679346380
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Fail133,148 miles (+6,159)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,148 miles
    Test number
    633803546352
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth sides front brake discs corroded on cntre webbs
    • NoteHand brake front cable rusted , reccomend further attention

  30. Pass126,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    126,989 miles
    Test number
    474648615490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P181 GPD

Does P181 GPD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P181 GPD expired on 29 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P181 GPD?
The MOT on P181 GPD expired on 29 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P181 GPD done?
P181 GPD was recorded at 190,307 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2024, an average of 3,346 miles a year.
Has P181 GPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P181 GPD has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on P181 GPD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jan 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P181 GPD find?
P181 GPD failed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 7 advisories: brake master cylinder leaking; nearside front brake prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at abs unit; nearside steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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