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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

S31 ALUMOT history

S31 ALU is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 2 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 25 MOT tests, with 205,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

S31 ALU 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 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
205,403 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
13 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 ALU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 ALU was last recorded at 205,403 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 8,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,349 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,054 miles
Average per year
10,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,403 miles
  • 2025 – 197,349 miles
  • 2024 – 194,931 miles
  • 2023 – 193,738 miles
  • 2021 – 190,398 miles
  • 2020 – 181,694 miles
  • 2019 – 171,042 miles
  • 2017 – 155,893 miles
  • 2016 – 142,805 miles
  • 2015 – 127,912 miles
  • 2014 – 115,535 miles
  • 2013 – 90,586 miles
  • 2012 – 64,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,403 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    205,403 miles
    Test number
    145462032939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail205,403 miles (+8,054)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,403 miles
    Test number
    309355886470
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  3. Pass197,349 miles (+2,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    197,349 miles
    Test number
    889768547442
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass194,931 miles (+1,193)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    194,931 miles
    Test number
    322616365406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass193,738 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    193,738 miles
    Test number
    503257427517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass190,398 miles (+6)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    190,398 miles
    Test number
    584941631843
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  7. Fail190,392 miles (+39)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,392 miles
    Test number
    340338578672
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  8. Fail190,353 miles (+8,659)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,353 miles
    Test number
    624359762327
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Pass181,694 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    181,694 miles
    Test number
    864687414916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail181,691 miles (+182)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,691 miles
    Test number
    818282829303
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail181,509 miles (+10,467)4 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,509 miles
    Test number
    257141510338
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side repeater (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side repeater (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass171,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    171,042 miles
    Test number
    365986427523
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  13. Fail171,042 miles (+15,149)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,042 miles
    Test number
    897959823996
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Pass155,893 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    155,893 miles
    Test number
    570348619636
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside
  15. Fail155,820 miles (+13,015)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,820 miles
    Test number
    506614698292
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass142,805 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    142,805 miles
    Test number
    471036275407
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Fail142,804 miles11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,804 miles
    Test number
    952519885297
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Fail142,804 miles (+14,892)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,804 miles
    Test number
    537265213264
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass127,912 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    127,912 miles
    Test number
    131773754604
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured mirror indicator (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing
  20. Fail127,912 miles (+12,377)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,912 miles
    Test number
    632044511594
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured mirror indicator (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing
  21. Pass115,535 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,535 miles
    Test number
    479090534223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail115,534 miles (+24,948)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,534 miles
    Test number
    367728324291
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass90,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,586 miles
    Test number
    316861043466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail90,583 miles (+26,268)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,583 miles
    Test number
    165071743226
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass64,315 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    64,315 miles
    Test number
    548514342222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S31 ALU

Does S31 ALU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 ALU is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 ALU?
The MOT on S31 ALU is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 ALU done?
S31 ALU was recorded at 205,403 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 10,398 miles a year.
Has S31 ALU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 ALU has failed 12 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 ALU 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 S31 ALU find?
S31 ALU passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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