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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Cream and Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,295 cc

S40 FTEMOT history

S40 FTE is a cream and blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 279,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2025.

S40 FTE cream Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2023
Mileage
279,369 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 FTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Cream and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S40 FTE was last recorded at 279,369 miles on 4 Jun 2025, 945 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
278,424 miles · 22 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
945 miles
Average per year
10,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 279,369 miles
  • 2022 – 278,424 miles
  • 2020 – 275,374 miles
  • 2019 – 262,841 miles
  • 2018 – 253,759 miles
  • 2017 – 236,897 miles
  • 2016 – 222,183 miles
  • 2015 – 207,441 miles
  • 2014 – 188,344 miles
  • 2013 – 172,382 miles
  • 2012 – 156,816 miles
  • 2011 – 141,078 miles
  • 2010 – 127,741 miles
  • 2009 – 118,695 miles
  • 2008 – 105,062 miles
  • 2007 – 94,841 miles
  • 2006 – 72,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail279,369 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect misty (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength whole sill corroded and holed (chalked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect misty (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength whole sill holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • 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 Outer sill corroded
  • 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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 Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine oil leak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail279,369 miles (+945)1 dangerous14 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,369 miles
    Test number
    638135015251
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect misty (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength whole sill corroded and holed (chalked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect misty (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength whole sill holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Outer sill corroded
    • 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))
  2. Pass278,424 miles (+3,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    278,424 miles
    Test number
    246377411049
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass275,374 miles (+12,533)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    275,374 miles
    Test number
    669792243835
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired pin/bush (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass262,841 miles (+9,082)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    262,841 miles
    Test number
    573313350828
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play on specified limit of 3mm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play on specified limit of 3mm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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. Pass253,759 miles (+318)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    253,759 miles
    Test number
    772942098011
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail253,441 miles (+16,544)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,441 miles
    Test number
    990811676252
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass236,897 miles (+312)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    236,897 miles
    Test number
    943919449734
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted obscuring some underside components
  8. Fail236,585 miles (+14,402)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,585 miles
    Test number
    305722160206
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted obscuring some underside components
  9. Pass222,183 miles (+14,742)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    222,183 miles
    Test number
    967496785771
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe holed (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Pass207,441 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    207,441 miles
    Test number
    490605949246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  11. Fail207,369 miles (+19,025)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,369 miles
    Test number
    870819743731
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering column shaft has excessive end float track rod end (2.1.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  12. Pass188,344 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    188,344 miles
    Test number
    508712954232
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Fail188,344 miles (+15,962)1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,344 miles
    Test number
    536172654263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass172,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    172,382 miles
    Test number
    397340873480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail172,382 miles (+15,566)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,382 miles
    Test number
    937220373253
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
  16. Pass156,816 miles (+78)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    156,816 miles
    Test number
    577676672272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  17. Fail156,738 miles (+2,403)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,738 miles
    Test number
    569285472255
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Fail154,335 miles (+13,257)1 dangerous10 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,335 miles
    Test number
    787596932248
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Pass141,078 miles (+354)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    141,078 miles
    Test number
    539919061269
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NotePlay nearside of steering rack
  20. Fail140,724 miles (+12,983)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,724 miles
    Test number
    309782761236
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NotePlay nearside of steering rack
  21. Pass127,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    127,741 miles
    Test number
    351484870246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail127,741 miles (+9,046)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,741 miles
    Test number
    421313670270
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass118,695 miles (+13,633)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    118,695 miles
    Test number
    763528269233
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHandbrake travel
  24. Pass105,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    105,062 miles
    Test number
    584925478143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,062 miles (+10,221)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,062 miles
    Test number
    151885978110
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass94,841 miles (+22,666)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    94,841 miles
    Test number
    774357577152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    72,175 miles
    Test number
    322258486020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 FTE

Does S40 FTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 FTE expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 FTE?
The MOT on S40 FTE expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 FTE done?
S40 FTE was recorded at 279,369 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2025, an average of 10,800 miles a year.
Has S40 FTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 FTE has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 FTE 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 FTE find?
S40 FTE failed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 14 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; all direction indicators not working; brake load sensing valve seized but abs functioning, and 21 more.

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