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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 2,143 cc

S40 ERTMOT history

S40 ERT is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 30 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 146,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

S40 ERT blue Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
146,332 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 ERT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 ERT was last recorded at 146,332 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,332 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
13,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,332 miles
  • 2024 – 133,155 miles
  • 2023 – 123,674 miles
  • 2022 – 118,251 miles
  • 2021 – 105,270 miles
  • 2020 – 75,507 miles
  • 2019 – 59,485 miles
  • 2018 – 42,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,332 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Inner rod end has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner rod end has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,332 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    146,332 miles
    Test number
    265166588070
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,332 miles (+3,243)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,332 miles
    Test number
    636411240711
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass143,089 miles (+9,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    143,089 miles
    Test number
    470430726438
    • AdvisoryBoth inner rod end have play

  4. Pass133,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    133,155 miles
    Test number
    553165135118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner rod end has play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner rod end has play

  5. Fail133,155 miles (+9,481)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,155 miles
    Test number
    595840220805
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outline marker lamp not working x2 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner rod end has play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner rod end has play

  6. Pass123,674 miles (+5,423)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,674 miles
    Test number
    119397487926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,251 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,251 miles
    Test number
    970144765702
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail118,250 miles (+12,980)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,250 miles
    Test number
    323725805076
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass105,270 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    105,270 miles
    Test number
    390357728202
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail105,268 miles (+29,761)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,268 miles
    Test number
    557596601976
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outline marker lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass75,507 miles (+16,022)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,507 miles
    Test number
    934567883854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,485 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,485 miles
    Test number
    771157136475
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front sliding bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Fail59,465 miles (+16,563)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    544044055849
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front sliding bush (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass42,902 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    42,902 miles
    Test number
    610064492587
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail42,902 miles2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,902 miles
    Test number
    836707144392
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Questions about S40 ERT

Does S40 ERT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 ERT is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 ERT?
The MOT on S40 ERT is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 ERT done?
S40 ERT was recorded at 146,332 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 13,228 miles a year.
Has S40 ERT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 ERT has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 ERT 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 S40 ERT find?
S40 ERT passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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