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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

S5 PRJMOT history

S5 PRJ is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 15 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 196,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

S5 PRJ silver 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 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
196,222 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 PRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 PRJ was last recorded at 196,222 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 6,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Oct 2008: 73,822 miles, lower than 147,600 miles on 16 Aug 2006.
  • 15 Dec 2009: 79,158 miles, lower than 493,662 miles on 14 Dec 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
190,009 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,213 miles
Average per year
2,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 196,222 miles
  • 2024 – 190,009 miles
  • 2023 – 183,969 miles
  • 2022 – 177,863 miles
  • 2021 – 175,308 miles
  • 2020 – 169,208 miles
  • 2019 – 162,661 miles
  • 2018 – 155,688 miles
  • 2017 – 151,244 miles
  • 2016 – 144,763 miles
  • 2015 – 138,406 miles
  • 2014 – 130,490 miles
  • 2013 – 118,651 miles
  • 2012 – 109,057 miles
  • 2011 – 95,215 miles
  • 2009 – 79,158 miles
  • 2008 – 73,822 miles
  • 2006 – 147,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,222 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play centre bush (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,222 miles (+6,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    196,222 miles
    Test number
    968461393137
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play centre bush (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  2. Pass190,009 miles (+3,109)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    190,009 miles
    Test number
    837083302158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass186,900 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    186,900 miles
    Test number
    788481812009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass183,969 miles (+6,106)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    183,969 miles
    Test number
    294419216549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass177,863 miles (+2,555)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    177,863 miles
    Test number
    380977417875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass175,308 miles (+6,100)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    175,308 miles
    Test number
    410297598359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass169,208 miles (+6,547)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    169,208 miles
    Test number
    459100672464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass162,661 miles (+6,973)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    162,661 miles
    Test number
    977521099647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass155,688 miles (+4,444)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    155,688 miles
    Test number
    896192060638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass151,244 miles (+6,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    151,244 miles
    Test number
    629617151035
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass144,763 miles (+6,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    144,763 miles
    Test number
    760601017486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass138,406 miles (+7,916)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    138,406 miles
    Test number
    276809505284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,490 miles (+11,839)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    130,490 miles
    Test number
    195826304235
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass118,651 miles (+9,594)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    118,651 miles
    Test number
    818444443059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass109,057 miles (+13,842)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    109,057 miles
    Test number
    409399332019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,215 miles (+16,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    805111911054
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass79,158 miles (-414,504)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    79,158 miles
    Test number
    524619749342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail493,662 miles (+419,840)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    493,662 miles
    Test number
    143728849390
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate is cracked slightly
    • NoteHazard warning switch sticks occasionly

  19. Pass73,822 miles (-73,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    73,822 miles
    Test number
    680982608306
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass147,600 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    147,600 miles
    Test number
    394528426247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear no plate deteriating
    • NoteSmall crack in n/s rear lens

  21. Fail147,600 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,600 miles
    Test number
    892518126233
    • Repaired at testRear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear no plate deteriating
    • NoteSmall crack in n/s rear lens

Questions about S5 PRJ

Does S5 PRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 PRJ is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S5 PRJ?
The MOT on S5 PRJ is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 PRJ done?
S5 PRJ was recorded at 196,222 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 2,523 miles a year.
Has S5 PRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 PRJ has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2009.
Has the mileage on S5 PRJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Oct 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S5 PRJ find?
S5 PRJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: central prop shaft bearing has slight play centre bush.

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