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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,874 cc

S53 GRRMOT history

S53 GRR is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 23 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 230,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
230,257 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 GRR
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
23 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 GRR was last recorded at 230,257 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 2,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,441 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,816 miles
Average per year
2,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,257 miles
  • 2025 – 227,441 miles
  • 2023 – 224,042 miles
  • 2022 – 217,989 miles
  • 2021 – 214,842 miles
  • 2020 – 212,179 miles
  • 2019 – 210,151 miles
  • 2018 – 207,413 miles
  • 2017 – 205,500 miles
  • 2016 – 203,466 miles
  • 2015 – 202,223 miles
  • 2014 – 201,420 miles
  • 2013 – 199,878 miles
  • 2012 – 198,393 miles
  • 2011 – 198,380 miles
  • 2009 – 196,133 miles
  • 2007 – 191,904 miles
  • 2006 – 189,605 miles
  • 2005 – 187,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,257 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 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.

  • Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,257 miles (+2,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    230,257 miles
    Test number
    749859702759
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass227,441 miles (+3,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    227,441 miles
    Test number
    161110836098
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass224,042 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    224,042 miles
    Test number
    987261159222
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail223,992 miles (+6,003)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,992 miles
    Test number
    630404791046
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass217,989 miles (+3,147)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    217,989 miles
    Test number
    699359072000
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hub has slight weep
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hub has slight weep
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass214,842 miles (+11)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    214,842 miles
    Test number
    625653151550
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear half shaft seal damp by disc
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box slight blow corroded and front flexi slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear half shaft seal damp by disc

  7. Fail214,831 miles (+2,652)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,831 miles
    Test number
    234203804804
    • MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear half shaft seal damp by disc
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box slight blow corroded and front flexi slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear half shaft seal damp by disc

  8. Pass212,179 miles (+2,028)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    212,179 miles
    Test number
    636370210097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass210,151 miles (+2,738)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    210,151 miles
    Test number
    237985870045
    • Advisory4 tyres close to protruding wheel arches
    • AdvisoryFront corrosion around front suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside centre side marker ionp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion by driver door on sill, not within 30cm and covered by tank tape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake close to legal limit of 16% (18%)

  10. Pass207,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    207,413 miles
    Test number
    854397652074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wireing messy but secure

  11. Fail207,403 miles (+1,903)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,403 miles
    Test number
    729713058828
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wireing messy but secure

  12. Pass205,500 miles (+47)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    205,500 miles
    Test number
    326528937102
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush End bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail205,453 miles (+1,987)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,453 miles
    Test number
    578235449241
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush End bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass203,466 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    203,466 miles
    Test number
    285206000654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail203,453 miles (+1,230)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,453 miles
    Test number
    138532039659
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass202,223 miles (+13)9 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    202,223 miles
    Test number
    255950025443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteBody corrosion
    • NoteCorrosion under van
    • NoteOffside marker light not working
    • NoteOffside mirror cover damage
    • NoteRepair to nearside and offside sill,can't see repair

  17. Fail202,210 miles (+790)3 failures9 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,210 miles
    Test number
    879047915158
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteBody corrosion
    • NoteCorrosion under van
    • NoteNearside sliding sill repair.covered by plate can't see sill
    • NoteOffside marker light not working
    • NoteOffside mirror cover damage
    • NoteRepair to nearside and offside sill,can't see repair

  18. Pass201,420 miles (+1,542)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    201,420 miles
    Test number
    828270124109
    • NoteNearside and offside sill corrosion
    • NoteRear anti roll bar free play
    • NoteRear crossmember corrosion

  19. Pass199,878 miles (+13)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    199,878 miles
    Test number
    926545633108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteUnder van corrosion

  20. Fail199,865 miles (+1,472)1 dangerous8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,865 miles
    Test number
    786334223116
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteRear back plates corroded
    • NoteUnder van corrosion

  21. Fail198,393 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,393 miles
    Test number
    246189222460
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCorrosion under van

  22. Pass198,393 miles (+13)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    198,393 miles
    Test number
    379499122194
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCorrosion under van

  23. Pass198,380 miles (+2,247)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    198,380 miles
    Test number
    685481911195
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear bind

  24. Pass196,133 miles (+2,910)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    196,133 miles
    Test number
    260498829310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass193,223 miles (+1,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    193,223 miles
    Test number
    123030599462
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass191,904 miles (+2,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    191,904 miles
    Test number
    494238627322
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass189,605 miles (+1,678)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    189,605 miles
    Test number
    230783316339
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass187,927 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    187,927 miles
    Test number
    581958415361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S53 GRR

Does S53 GRR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S53 GRR is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S53 GRR?
The MOT on S53 GRR is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S53 GRR done?
S53 GRR was recorded at 230,257 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 2,081 miles a year.
Has S53 GRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 GRR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S53 GRR 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 S53 GRR find?
S53 GRR passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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