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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,874 cc

S73 MBYMOT history

S73 MBY is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 124,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2024
Mileage
124,906 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S73 MBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S73 MBY was last recorded at 124,906 miles on 8 Sept 2023, 620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,286 miles · 8 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
620 miles
Average per year
2,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 124,906 miles
  • 2022 – 124,286 miles
  • 2021 – 122,912 miles
  • 2019 – 122,143 miles
  • 2017 – 122,085 miles
  • 2016 – 120,957 miles
  • 2015 – 119,207 miles
  • 2014 – 116,710 miles
  • 2013 – 115,054 miles
  • 2012 – 113,426 miles
  • 2011 – 111,027 miles
  • 2010 – 107,871 miles
  • 2009 – 100,984 miles
  • 2008 – 93,248 miles
  • 2007 – 87,575 miles
  • 2005 – 79,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,906 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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 (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous6 MOTs, 2005–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,906 miles (+620)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    124,906 miles
    Test number
    505145880723
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass124,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    124,286 miles
    Test number
    504737114536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail124,286 miles (+1,374)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,286 miles
    Test number
    968287056850
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass122,912 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    122,912 miles
    Test number
    380356121940
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail122,901 miles (+758)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,901 miles
    Test number
    654951604327
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass122,143 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,143 miles
    Test number
    416942287469
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail122,134 miles (+33)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,134 miles
    Test number
    797263399863
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail122,101 miles (+16)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,101 miles
    Test number
    927519844915
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring front. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring rear. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass122,085 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    122,085 miles
    Test number
    902608860362
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail122,082 miles (+1,125)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,082 miles
    Test number
    378320027224
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort n/s 142 o/s 250 (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass120,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    120,957 miles
    Test number
    654190132528
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail120,957 miles (+1,750)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,957 miles
    Test number
    293419410575
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass119,207 miles (+2,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    119,207 miles
    Test number
    527360973642
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass116,710 miles (+1,656)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    116,710 miles
    Test number
    318977094402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteInner faces of front discs corroding

  15. Pass115,054 miles (+1,628)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    115,054 miles
    Test number
    509127393241
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside centre sill corroded not in prescribed area
    • NotePipes greased

  16. Pass113,426 miles (+2,399)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    113,426 miles
    Test number
    947483282272
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteCrack in windscreen not in swept area
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside center sill not in pescribed areas

  17. Pass111,027 miles (+19)11 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    111,027 miles
    Test number
    396194491231
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteBottom of drivers door corroded not in pescribed area
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteCrack on offside windscreen not in swept area
    • NoteOffside center sill slightly corroded not in pescribed area
    • NoteParking brake just met required efficency

  18. Fail111,008 miles (+3,137)3 failures12 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,008 miles
    Test number
    885817681257
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteBottom of drivers door corroded not in pescribed area
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteCrack on offside windscreen not in swept area
    • NoteOffside center sill slightly corroded not in pescribed area

  19. Pass107,871 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    107,871 miles
    Test number
    323579130412
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased

  20. Fail107,861 miles (+6,877)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,861 miles
    Test number
    421569530292
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased

  21. Pass100,984 miles10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    100,984 miles
    Test number
    303528629068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront number plate slight deterioration
    • NoteSlight corrosion to drivers door
    • NoteSlight damage to windscreen but not in swept area
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  22. Fail100,984 miles (+7,736)1 repaired10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,984 miles
    Test number
    684048129060
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront number plate slight deterioration
    • NoteSlight corrosion to drivers door
    • NoteSlight damage to windscreen but not in swept area
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  23. Pass93,248 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    93,248 miles
    Test number
    704718118014
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRepair to o/s sill cover to sill back

  24. Fail93,248 miles (+5,673)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,248 miles
    Test number
    994578918060
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteRepair to o/s sill cover to sill back

  25. Pass87,575 miles (+8,128)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    87,575 miles
    Test number
    211792007090
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise handbrake travel
    • NoteAdvise near side seat belt clip cover missing
    • NoteAdvise repair to off side cover sill+sill back

  26. Pass79,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    79,447 miles
    Test number
    154317355338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,447 miles6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,447 miles
    Test number
    250925255308
    • FailureBrake cable knotted (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAdvice windscreen

Questions about S73 MBY

Does S73 MBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S73 MBY expired on 7 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S73 MBY?
The MOT on S73 MBY expired on 7 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S73 MBY done?
S73 MBY was recorded at 124,906 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2023, an average of 2,566 miles a year.
Has S73 MBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S73 MBY has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S73 MBY 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 S73 MBY find?
S73 MBY passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2023 with 5 advisories: central front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed, and 2 more.

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