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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,295 cc

S747 SWAMOT history

S747 SWA is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 24 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 139,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2024
Mileage
139,412 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S747 SWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S747 SWA was last recorded at 139,412 miles on 21 Jul 2023, 5,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,755 miles · 19 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
5,657 miles
Average per year
3,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,412 miles
  • 2021 – 133,755 miles
  • 2020 – 127,196 miles
  • 2017 – 121,887 miles
  • 2016 – 115,606 miles
  • 2015 – 112,512 miles
  • 2014 – 107,884 miles
  • 2013 – 104,304 miles
  • 2012 – 100,037 miles
  • 2011 – 94,120 miles
  • 2010 – 88,747 miles
  • 2009 – 84,715 miles
  • 2008 – 80,810 miles
  • 2007 – 76,535 miles
  • 2006 – 71,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,412 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE BACK PLATE BADLY CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • OFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,412 miles (+5,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    139,412 miles
    Test number
    589084267452
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  2. Pass133,755 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,755 miles
    Test number
    832469389796
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail133,726 miles (+6,530)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,726 miles
    Test number
    771970629608
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested aborted due to excessive readings (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass127,196 miles (+5,309)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    127,196 miles
    Test number
    597572571723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,887 miles (+70)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    121,887 miles
    Test number
    658498032663
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE BACK PLATE BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  6. Fail121,817 miles (+6,211)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,817 miles
    Test number
    226267421509
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases LOOSE (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE BACK PLATE BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Pass115,606 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    115,606 miles
    Test number
    812343879780
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  8. Fail115,604 miles (+3,092)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,604 miles
    Test number
    781820797566
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  9. Pass112,512 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    112,512 miles
    Test number
    749709819466
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering arm

  10. Fail112,511 miles (+4,627)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,511 miles
    Test number
    814887455332
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tailpipe missing (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering arm

  11. Pass107,884 miles (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,884 miles
    Test number
    946584304261
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail107,870 miles (+3,566)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,870 miles
    Test number
    237678494123
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass104,304 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    104,304 miles
    Test number
    267366913430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front seatbelt scuffed
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

  14. Fail104,304 miles (+4,267)12 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,304 miles
    Test number
    229095213441
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter missing (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front seatbelt scuffed
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

  15. Pass100,037 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    100,037 miles
    Test number
    119188532172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake pipes covered with grease
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  16. Fail100,037 miles (+5,917)1 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,037 miles
    Test number
    858108532194
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake pipes covered with grease
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  17. Fail94,120 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,120 miles
    Test number
    379261791069
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHand brake actuator is slightly stiff

  18. Pass94,120 miles (+5,373)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    94,120 miles
    Test number
    735981991099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHand brake actuator is slightly stiff

  19. Pass88,747 miles (+4,032)11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    88,747 miles
    Test number
    280837390079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass84,715 miles (+3,905)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    831998129145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake nearing end of travel
    • NoteLoad valve needs slight adjustment

  21. Pass80,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    80,810 miles
    Test number
    781398528180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,809 miles (+4,274)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,809 miles
    Test number
    292228328446
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion o/s/f brake pipe

  23. Pass76,535 miles (+4,887)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,535 miles
    Test number
    770518927125
    • NoteFront indicators bulbs starting toloose amber couloration

  24. Pass71,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,648 miles
    Test number
    983391636161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,648 miles6 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,648 miles
    Test number
    281769026104
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Questions about S747 SWA

Does S747 SWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S747 SWA expired on 20 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S747 SWA?
The MOT on S747 SWA expired on 20 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S747 SWA done?
S747 SWA was recorded at 139,412 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2023, an average of 3,940 miles a year.
Has S747 SWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S747 SWA has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on S747 SWA 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 S747 SWA find?
S747 SWA passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside outer integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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