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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,900 cc

R765 YNFMOT history

R765 YNF is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 11 Nov 1997. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 220,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2026
Mileage
220,075 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R765 YNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
11 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R765 YNF was last recorded at 220,075 miles on 4 Jul 2025, 3,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,734 miles · 5 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,341 miles
Average per year
2,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,075 miles
  • 2024 – 216,734 miles
  • 2023 – 216,569 miles
  • 2022 – 216,018 miles
  • 2021 – 213,395 miles
  • 2019 – 213,375 miles
  • 2017 – 212,886 miles
  • 2016 – 210,681 miles
  • 2015 – 204,050 miles
  • 2014 – 197,959 miles
  • 2013 – 192,906 miles
  • 2012 – 186,710 miles
  • 2011 – 183,299 miles
  • 2010 – 178,145 miles
  • 2009 – 173,732 miles
  • 2008 – 170,103 miles
  • 2007 – 167,466 miles
  • 2006 – 163,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,075 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,075 miles (+3,341)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    220,075 miles
    Test number
    711594691744
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass216,734 miles (+165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    216,734 miles
    Test number
    605918576955
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass216,569 miles (+551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    216,569 miles
    Test number
    197347261707
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass216,018 miles (+2,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    216,018 miles
    Test number
    256375461265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass213,395 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    213,395 miles
    Test number
    655806381376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail213,375 miles (+489)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,375 miles
    Test number
    708758632462
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill at rear of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill at rear of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill corroded

  7. Pass212,886 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    212,886 miles
    Test number
    199787788202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre sidewall in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail212,886 miles (+2,205)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,886 miles
    Test number
    946378502468
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre sidewall in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass210,681 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    210,681 miles
    Test number
    581069650480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks engine & diff pinion seal.

  10. Fail210,681 miles (+6,631)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,681 miles
    Test number
    992167933757
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks engine & diff pinion seal.

  11. Pass204,050 miles (+6,091)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    204,050 miles
    Test number
    335535625162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s non obligagtory side marker light inoperative
    • NoteSteering rack noisy when rocked.

  12. Pass197,959 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    197,959 miles
    Test number
    779396324101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront & rear anti roll bar bushes all have slight wear/play

  13. Fail197,959 miles (+5,053)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,959 miles
    Test number
    779366224192
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront & rear anti roll bar bushes all have slight wear/play

  14. Pass192,906 miles (+215)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    192,906 miles
    Test number
    386249523165
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail192,691 miles (+5,981)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,691 miles
    Test number
    185099113128
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail186,710 miles1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,710 miles
    Test number
    237952022451
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine Oil Level Low
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre Perishing
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass186,710 miles (+3,411)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    186,710 miles
    Test number
    287892522171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine Oil Level Low
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre Perishing
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass183,299 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    183,299 miles
    Test number
    429891131127
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth Front Seat Mountings Worn
    • NoteN/S/F Track Rod End Cover Split
    • NoteSlight Ply In Steering Rack & Track Control Arms

  19. Fail183,299 miles (+5,154)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,299 miles
    Test number
    449640331114
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth Front Seat Mountings Worn
    • NoteN/S/F Track Rod End Cover Split
    • NoteSlight Ply In Steering Rack & Track Control Arms

  20. Pass178,145 miles (+4,413)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    178,145 miles
    Test number
    232680830174
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy

  21. Fail173,732 miles1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,732 miles
    Test number
    382330029183
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHandbrake lever travel high,cable slack
    • NoteO/s/f antiroll bar link incorrectlt fitted/fouling track rod on full lock

  22. Pass173,732 miles (+3,629)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    173,732 miles
    Test number
    492910729120
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHandbrake lever travel high,cable slack
    • NoteO/s/f antiroll bar link incorrectlt fitted/fouling track rod on full lock

  23. Pass170,103 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    170,103 miles
    Test number
    363840128137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass167,466 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    167,466 miles
    Test number
    704701737118
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  25. Fail167,466 miles (+4,100)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,466 miles
    Test number
    980511037109
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass163,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    163,366 miles
    Test number
    491493526137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail163,366 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,366 miles
    Test number
    953228716120
    • FailureOffside Front Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about R765 YNF

Does R765 YNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R765 YNF expired on 6 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R765 YNF?
The MOT on R765 YNF expired on 6 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R765 YNF done?
R765 YNF was recorded at 220,075 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2025, an average of 2,956 miles a year.
Has R765 YNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R765 YNF has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on R765 YNF 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 R765 YNF find?
R765 YNF passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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