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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,874 cc

S43 SETMOT history

S43 SET is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 24 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 192,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jun 2025
Mileage
192,468 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2024
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
31 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 SET was last recorded at 192,468 miles on 31 May 2024, 512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,956 miles · 1 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
512 miles
Average per year
5,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 192,468 miles
  • 2023 – 191,956 miles
  • 2022 – 190,835 miles
  • 2021 – 187,111 miles
  • 2019 – 179,276 miles
  • 2018 – 174,783 miles
  • 2017 – 167,330 miles
  • 2016 – 158,374 miles
  • 2015 – 148,278 miles
  • 2014 – 136,941 miles
  • 2013 – 122,711 miles
  • 2011 – 120,409 miles
  • 2010 – 118,065 miles
  • 2009 – 113,186 miles
  • 2008 – 104,672 miles
  • 2007 – 104,666 miles
  • 2006 – 94,810 miles
  • 2005 – 88,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,468 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,468 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    192,468 miles
    Test number
    212039505056
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail192,468 miles (+512)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,468 miles
    Test number
    218829375942
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass191,956 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    191,956 miles
    Test number
    931619298330
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door bottom edge corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Fail191,956 miles (+1,121)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,956 miles
    Test number
    394720361933
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door bottom edge corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  5. Pass190,835 miles (+3,724)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    190,835 miles
    Test number
    634413953583
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced broken (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass187,111 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    187,111 miles
    Test number
    519184901453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail187,092 miles (+50)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,092 miles
    Test number
    231451099066
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  8. Fail187,042 miles (+7,766)3 dangerous10 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,042 miles
    Test number
    477776724296
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass179,276 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    179,276 miles
    Test number
    524433931109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail179,260 miles (+4,477)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,260 miles
    Test number
    102874322003
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass174,783 miles (+7,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    174,783 miles
    Test number
    555748088204
    • AdvisoryRear both shock absorbers, rubber mountings perished
  12. Pass167,330 miles (+8,956)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    167,330 miles
    Test number
    534862892249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass158,374 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    158,374 miles
    Test number
    417501454254
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush NSF and OSF (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryLift in both front lower balljoints
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to OSR lamps
  14. Fail158,374 miles (+10,096)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,374 miles
    Test number
    701209615272
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush NSF and OSF (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryLift in both front lower balljoints
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to OSR lamps
  15. Pass148,278 miles (+11,337)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    148,278 miles
    Test number
    649559345165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low
  16. Pass136,941 miles (+14,230)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    136,941 miles
    Test number
    709682344045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass122,711 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    122,711 miles
    Test number
    947427403004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOff/side front body to fixing rail broken (AND RAIL CRACKED)behind cab
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear shock absorbers bushes perished near/side and off/side
  18. Fail122,711 miles (+2,302)3 failures2 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,711 miles
    Test number
    585217303044
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOff/side front body to fixing rail broken (AND RAIL CRACKED)behind cab
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear shock absorbers bushes perished near/side and off/side
  19. Pass120,409 miles (+2,344)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    120,409 miles
    Test number
    488550901486
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteParking brake near end of reserve travel
  20. Pass118,065 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    118,065 miles
    Test number
    353020600337
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  21. Fail118,065 miles (+4,879)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,065 miles
    Test number
    543090400393
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  22. Pass113,186 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    113,186 miles
    Test number
    514998569206
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake imbalance: 19%
    • NoteParking brake near end of reserve travel
  23. Fail113,186 miles (+8,514)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,186 miles
    Test number
    361128969263
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteParking brake near end of reserve travel
  24. Pass104,672 miles (+6)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    104,672 miles
    Test number
    940542808008
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront licence plate cracked
  25. Fail104,666 miles (+9,856)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,666 miles
    Test number
    551935557335
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBonnet difficult to open
    • NoteCoolant light staying on
    • NoteFront licence plate cracked
  26. Pass94,810 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    94,810 miles
    Test number
    153779086237
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  27. Fail94,810 miles (+6,458)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,810 miles
    Test number
    322416086213
    • FailureNearside Front Brake relay lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureRear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • AdvisoryFront Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpeedo cable broken
  28. Pass88,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    154906075221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail88,352 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    491856375233
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NotePower steering resovoir insecure

Questions about S43 SET

Does S43 SET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S43 SET expired on 3 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S43 SET?
The MOT on S43 SET expired on 3 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S43 SET done?
S43 SET was recorded at 192,468 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2024, an average of 5,580 miles a year.
Has S43 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 SET has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S43 SET 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 S43 SET find?
S43 SET passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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