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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Multi-colour · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

S12 WPYMOT history

S12 WPY is a multi-colour diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 9 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 199,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

S12 WPY multi-colour 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 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
199,899 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 WPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 WPY was last recorded at 199,899 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Apr 2016: 90,015 miles, lower than 130,821 miles on 18 Apr 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,899 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,899 miles
  • 2024 – 193,965 miles
  • 2023 – 188,778 miles
  • 2022 – 183,688 miles
  • 2021 – 178,144 miles
  • 2020 – 174,168 miles
  • 2019 – 166,278 miles
  • 2018 – 160,479 miles
  • 2017 – 147,021 miles
  • 2016 – 141,687 miles
  • 2015 – 130,821 miles
  • 2014 – 126,675 miles
  • 2013 – 123,171 miles
  • 2012 – 121,576 miles
  • 2011 – 115,643 miles
  • 2009 – 96,101 miles
  • 2008 – 87,086 miles
  • 2007 – 80,911 miles
  • 2006 – 76,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,899 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEml onRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear leaf spring slightly misaligned

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,899 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    199,899 miles
    Test number
    524018824721
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on
  2. Fail199,899 miles (+5,934)1 dangerous11 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,899 miles
    Test number
    736753296329
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts under bonnet power cable (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on
  3. Pass193,965 miles (+401)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    193,965 miles
    Test number
    979099911084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear leaf spring slightly misaligned
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail193,564 miles (+4,786)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,564 miles
    Test number
    794912235408
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired compensator broken (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear leaf spring slightly misaligned
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass188,778 miles (+5,090)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    188,778 miles
    Test number
    536755364886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass183,688 miles (+2)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    183,688 miles
    Test number
    284728484416
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) NS and OS
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear NS and OS Light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on
    • AdvisoryWheel hub caps fitted
  7. Fail183,686 miles (+5,542)1 major1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,686 miles
    Test number
    863918293481
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) NS and OS
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear NS and OS Light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryWheel hub caps fitted
  8. Pass178,144 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    178,144 miles
    Test number
    553182970295
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak rad
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on dash
  9. Fail178,144 miles (+3,976)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,144 miles
    Test number
    900177716440
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak rad
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on dash
  10. Pass174,168 miles (+115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    174,168 miles
    Test number
    181821851218
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp internals broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail174,053 miles (+7,775)6 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,053 miles
    Test number
    128355238913
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp internals broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass166,278 miles (+5,799)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    166,278 miles
    Test number
    949627944086
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIce cream machined fitted inside, no seat belt inspection in rear.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.
  13. Pass160,479 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    160,479 miles
    Test number
    634541219304
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  14. Fail160,479 miles (+13,458)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,479 miles
    Test number
    809797726058
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated cracked (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  15. Pass147,021 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    147,021 miles
    Test number
    356552625564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass141,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    141,687 miles
    Test number
    748100373089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,015 miles (-40,806)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,015 miles
    Test number
    889300428080
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  18. Pass130,821 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    130,821 miles
    Test number
    738728205118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass126,675 miles (+3,504)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    126,675 miles
    Test number
    356833694032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass123,171 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    123,171 miles
    Test number
    418876503107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass121,576 miles (+5,933)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    121,576 miles
    Test number
    205256962010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass115,643 miles (+19,542)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    115,643 miles
    Test number
    817313781007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,101 miles (+9,015)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    96,101 miles
    Test number
    250770379408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,086 miles (+6,175)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    87,086 miles
    Test number
    172015968133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass80,911 miles (+4,030)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    80,911 miles
    Test number
    214791347189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass76,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    76,881 miles
    Test number
    692067966197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S12 WPY

Does S12 WPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 WPY is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 WPY?
The MOT on S12 WPY is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 WPY done?
S12 WPY was recorded at 199,899 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 6,246 miles a year.
Has S12 WPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 WPY has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 WPY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S12 WPY find?
S12 WPY passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; brake pedal wearing smooth; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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