
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Grey and Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,874 cc
S101 SLSMOT history
S101 SLS is a grey and silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 96,677 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2024.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 23 Jul 2025
- Mileage
- 96,677 mi
- At MOT on 24 Jul 2024
- MOT tests
- 29
- 16 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 1,009 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S101 SLS
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- Grey and Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,874 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 31 Dec 1998
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Jul 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
S101 SLS was last recorded at 96,677 miles on 24 Jul 2024, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 96,670 miles · 17 Jul 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 7 miles
- Average per year
- 1,009 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 96,677 miles
- 2023 – 96,217 miles
- 2022 – 95,896 miles
- 2021 – 95,887 miles
- 2019 – 95,653 miles
- 2017 – 95,426 miles
- 2016 – 95,195 miles
- 2015 – 94,244 miles
- 2014 – 93,762 miles
- 2013 – 93,148 miles
- 2012 – 92,317 miles
- 2011 – 91,803 miles
- 2010 – 91,272 miles
- 2009 – 90,534 miles
- 2008 – 88,230 miles
- 2007 – 84,458 miles
- 2006 – 78,504 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Outer sill section corroded .Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All bushes (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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.
Movement in both front suspension struts
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022
Rear brake back plates corroded, rear brake disc surfaces corroded
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2015
Various light scratches and stone chips in the windscreen
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Various under body work corrosion holes in areas not in prescribed areas
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Service brake efficiency below requirements
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022
Full MOT history
29 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass96,677 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 96,677 miles
- Test number
- 385141178440
- MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Outer sill section corroded .
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All bushes (5.3.2 (c))
Fail96,670 miles (+453)1 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,670 miles
- Test number
- 233996380645
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Outer sill section corroded .
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All bushes (5.3.2 (c))
Pass96,217 miles (+7)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 96,217 miles
- Test number
- 349559417210
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL UNDERNEATH OF VEHICLE (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONTS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REARS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced UNDERNEATH OF VEHICLE (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail96,210 miles (+314)3 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,210 miles
- Test number
- 892858111436
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (CHALKED) (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL UNDERNEATH OF VEHICLE (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONTS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REARS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced UNDERNEATH OF VEHICLE (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass95,896 miles9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 95,896 miles
- Test number
- 754107353681
- AdvisoryEngine bay metal brake pipes slightly corroded or covered in wax (unable to access condition). Rear brake hoses ferules corroded.
- AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe has been cut under the vehicle and not angled down
- AdvisoryMovement in both front suspension struts
- AdvisoryO/s/r brake calipor dust cover deteriorated
- AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded, rear brake disc surfaces corroded
- AdvisoryRear bumper missing
- AdvisoryThrottle cable in a poor condition
- AdvisoryVarious light scratches and stone chips in the windscreen
- AdvisoryVarious under body work corrosion holes in areas not in prescribed areas
Fail95,896 miles (+9)7 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,896 miles
- Test number
- 210459089190
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended Not returning (7.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended Not returning (7.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine bay metal brake pipes slightly corroded or covered in wax (unable to access condition). Rear brake hoses ferules corroded.
- AdvisoryMovement in both front suspension struts
- AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded, rear brake disc surfaces corroded
- AdvisoryRear bumper missing
- AdvisoryVarious light scratches and stone chips in the windscreen
- AdvisoryVarious under body work corrosion holes in areas not in prescribed areas
Fail95,887 miles (+234)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,887 miles
- Test number
- 918402989486
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- MajorBrake slack adjuster seized (1.1.18 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill not continuously welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill not continuously welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine bay metal brake pipes slightly corroded or covered in wax (unable to access condition)
- AdvisoryFront seat belts slow to return
- AdvisoryMovement in both front suspension struts
- AdvisoryN/s reverse light not working
- AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
- AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded, rear brake disc surfaces corroded
- AdvisoryVarious light scratches and stone chips in the windscreen
- AdvisoryVarious under body work corrosion holes in areas not in prescribed areas
Pass95,653 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 95,653 miles
- Test number
- 474522846923
- AdvisoryEngine bay metal brake pipes slightly corroded
- AdvisoryFront seat belts slow to return
- AdvisoryMovement in both front suspension struts
- AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded, rear brake disc surfaces corroded
- AdvisoryVarious body work corrosion in areas which have been fibre glassed but unable to assess method of repair
- AdvisoryVarious under body and component corrosion
Pass95,653 miles (+4)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 95,653 miles
- Test number
- 712827306897
- AdvisoryEngine bay metal brake pipes slightly corroded
- AdvisoryFront seat belts slow to return
- AdvisoryMovement in both front suspension struts
- AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded, rear brake disc surfaces corroded
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
- AdvisoryVarious corrosion in structural and non structural areas
Fail95,649 miles (+223)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,649 miles
- Test number
- 287208189629
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine bay metal brake pipes slightly corroded
- AdvisoryFront seat belts slow to return
- AdvisoryMovement in both front suspension struts
- AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded, rear brake disc surfaces corroded
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
- AdvisoryVarious corrosion in structural and non structural areas
Pass95,426 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 95,426 miles
- Test number
- 470712801499
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryCorrosion starting in structural and non structural areas
Fail95,426 miles (+231)4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,426 miles
- Test number
- 304758111280
- FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryCorrosion starting in structural and non structural areas
Pass95,195 miles (+951)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 95,195 miles
- Test number
- 506685722812
- 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)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Pass94,244 miles (+38)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 94,244 miles
- Test number
- 148861465139
- NoteOil leak
- NoteFront brake ferrules corroded
- NoteVehicle chassis and under side very rusty
Fail94,206 miles (+444)7 dangerous18 failures5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,206 miles
- Test number
- 896708045139
- DangerousBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
- DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
- DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
- DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
- DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
- FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteFront brake ferrules corroded
- NoteFront discs corroded
- NoteN/s outer sill corroded and holed
- NoteVehicle chassis and under side very rusty
Fail93,762 miles (+614)20 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,762 miles
- Test number
- 887701754306
- FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass93,148 miles (+831)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 93,148 miles
- Test number
- 626160843217
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass92,317 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 92,317 miles
- Test number
- 897460452292
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail92,317 miles (+18)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,317 miles
- Test number
- 967070352298
- FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail92,299 miles (+16)14 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,299 miles
- Test number
- 565548822285
- FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
- AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteOil leak
Fail92,283 miles (+480)3 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,283 miles
- Test number
- 886535712229
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- NoteN/s/r side marker light inop
Pass91,803 miles (+531)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 91,803 miles
- Test number
- 109662301291
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass91,272 miles (+738)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 91,272 miles
- Test number
- 891734000200
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass90,534 miles (+2,304)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 90,534 miles
- Test number
- 363353109489
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass88,230 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 88,230 miles
- Test number
- 843666708295
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail88,230 miles (+3,772)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,230 miles
- Test number
- 821516508233
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass84,458 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 84,458 miles
- Test number
- 271491607263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail84,458 miles (+5,954)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,458 miles
- Test number
- 911040807293
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass78,504 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 78,504 miles
- Test number
- 564683306278
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Questions about S101 SLS
- Does S101 SLS currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on S101 SLS expired on 23 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on S101 SLS?
- The MOT on S101 SLS expired on 23 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has S101 SLS done?
- S101 SLS was recorded at 96,677 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2024, an average of 1,009 miles a year.
- Has S101 SLS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S101 SLS has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
- Has the mileage on S101 SLS 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 S101 SLS find?
- S101 SLS passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; nearside outer sill section corroded ., and 1 more.
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