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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2010 · 2,148 cc

S10 ARKMOT history

S10 ARK is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 200,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

S10 ARK white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
200,446 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S10 ARK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S10 ARK was last recorded at 200,446 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,433 miles · 28 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
9,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,446 miles
  • 2025 – 198,501 miles
  • 2024 – 196,749 miles
  • 2023 – 190,808 miles
  • 2022 – 186,509 miles
  • 2021 – 174,528 miles
  • 2020 – 160,958 miles
  • 2019 – 142,028 miles
  • 2018 – 138,588 miles
  • 2017 – 125,800 miles
  • 2016 – 118,962 miles
  • 2015 – 118,950 miles
  • 2014 – 112,152 miles
  • 2013 – 79,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,446 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced beneath door (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside front play in steering rack inner jointsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Reversing lamp inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,446 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    200,446 miles
    Test number
    640606092102
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced beneath door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front play in steering rack inner joints
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail200,433 miles (+1,932)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,433 miles
    Test number
    659374436656
    • DangerousOffside Front Body panel likely to become detached panel area where check strap is mounted onto is Insecure, structural rigidity seriously reduced (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak also casing seriously corroded to the extent where its become shattered. (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced beneath door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front play in steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass198,501 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    198,501 miles
    Test number
    546058757166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail198,501 miles (+1,752)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,501 miles
    Test number
    332293108610
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass196,749 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    196,749 miles
    Test number
    182772987003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near axle area (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail196,748 miles (+5,940)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,748 miles
    Test number
    751898621588
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively leaving smearing marks (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near axle area (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass190,808 miles (+4,299)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    190,808 miles
    Test number
    373441863007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass186,509 miles (+11,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    186,509 miles
    Test number
    835807688962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass174,528 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    174,528 miles
    Test number
    715221072050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail174,528 miles (+13,570)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,528 miles
    Test number
    460406116547
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass160,958 miles (+18,930)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    160,958 miles
    Test number
    376127056634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,028 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    142,028 miles
    Test number
    364907701201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,027 miles (+3,439)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,027 miles
    Test number
    989737976128
    • MajorBrake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective underinflated

  14. Pass138,588 miles (+12,788)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    138,588 miles
    Test number
    458452816607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,800 miles (+6,838)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    125,800 miles
    Test number
    906511139887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass118,962 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    118,962 miles
    Test number
    275125330361
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass118,950 miles (+6,798)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    118,950 miles
    Test number
    355677235038
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  18. Pass112,152 miles (+32,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    112,152 miles
    Test number
    389795954434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass79,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    79,332 miles
    Test number
    875653073297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about S10 ARK

Does S10 ARK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S10 ARK is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S10 ARK?
The MOT on S10 ARK is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S10 ARK done?
S10 ARK was recorded at 200,446 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 9,742 miles a year.
Has S10 ARK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S10 ARK has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S10 ARK 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 S10 ARK find?
S10 ARK passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced beneath door; nearside front play in steering rack inner joints, and 3 more.

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