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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,874 cc

S72 DCNMOT history

S72 DCN is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 13 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 91,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
91,661 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S72 DCN
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
13 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S72 DCN was last recorded at 91,661 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 4,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,972 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,689 miles
Average per year
2,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,661 miles
  • 2025 – 86,972 miles
  • 2024 – 74,668 miles
  • 2023 – 69,108 miles
  • 2022 – 58,225 miles
  • 2021 – 55,504 miles
  • 2020 – 55,056 miles
  • 2019 – 53,725 miles
  • 2018 – 52,697 miles
  • 2017 – 52,280 miles
  • 2016 – 51,807 miles
  • 2015 – 51,218 miles
  • 2014 – 50,460 miles
  • 2013 – 49,382 miles
  • 2012 – 48,350 miles
  • 2011 – 47,665 miles
  • 2010 – 46,981 miles
  • 2009 – 46,188 miles
  • 2008 – 45,328 miles
  • 2007 – 44,280 miles
  • 2006 – 42,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,661 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,661 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    91,661 miles
    Test number
    830476865252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail91,655 miles (+4,683)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,655 miles
    Test number
    698206118779
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass86,972 miles (+27)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    86,972 miles
    Test number
    422418646685
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail86,945 miles (+12,277)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,945 miles
    Test number
    211855756765
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass74,668 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,668 miles
    Test number
    260190271860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,108 miles (+253)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,108 miles
    Test number
    329313777376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to the lmt and bald on the inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail68,855 miles (+10,630)2 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,855 miles
    Test number
    412195718323
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to the lmt and bald on the inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass58,225 miles (+332)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    58,225 miles
    Test number
    714298168921
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre bald on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail57,893 miles (+2,389)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,893 miles
    Test number
    616074536042
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre bald on the inner edge
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass55,504 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    55,504 miles
    Test number
    431644268709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail55,498 miles (+442)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,498 miles
    Test number
    835586605718
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, rear of leaf spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, rear of leaf spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFull n/s outer sill corroded, not excessive or not within a prescribed area

  12. Pass55,056 miles (+1,331)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    368302905002
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded and holed, outside of a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake effort poor, overall efficiency 18%
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass53,725 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,725 miles
    Test number
    438038146904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n/s sill

  14. Fail53,719 miles (+1,022)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,719 miles
    Test number
    823906016803
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n/s sill

  15. Pass52,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    52,697 miles
    Test number
    351034513461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail52,697 miles (+417)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,697 miles
    Test number
    592688090287
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded metal pipe to flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,280 miles (+473)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,280 miles
    Test number
    777704665261
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded fronts and rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn smooth outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake only just met requirements

  18. Pass51,807 miles (+589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    51,807 miles
    Test number
    610277218815
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass51,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,218 miles
    Test number
    128927975420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,218 miles (+758)2 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,218 miles
    Test number
    937076375061
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • DangerousFront Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureCentre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass50,460 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,460 miles
    Test number
    707007974098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,454 miles (+1,072)2 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,454 miles
    Test number
    768834074041
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass49,382 miles (+1,032)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,382 miles
    Test number
    755952573082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,350 miles (+685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,350 miles
    Test number
    766956962097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass47,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,665 miles
    Test number
    155998461099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,665 miles (+684)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,665 miles
    Test number
    999988861025
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass46,981 miles (+793)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    424842960041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,188 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,188 miles
    Test number
    654461679084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail46,187 miles (+859)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,187 miles
    Test number
    763822669003
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass45,328 miles (+1,048)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,328 miles
    Test number
    314627068096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,280 miles (+1,593)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,280 miles
    Test number
    264726467084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass42,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,687 miles
    Test number
    760292666051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S72 DCN

Does S72 DCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S72 DCN is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S72 DCN?
The MOT on S72 DCN is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S72 DCN done?
S72 DCN was recorded at 91,661 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,382 miles a year.
Has S72 DCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S72 DCN has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S72 DCN 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 S72 DCN find?
S72 DCN passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, and 1 more.

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