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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,874 cc

S797 WYAMOT history

S797 WYA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
138,234 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S797 WYA
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S797 WYA was last recorded at 138,234 miles on 18 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,228 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,234 miles
  • 2025 – 137,513 miles
  • 2024 – 135,887 miles
  • 2023 – 134,595 miles
  • 2022 – 133,242 miles
  • 2021 – 131,921 miles
  • 2019 – 130,473 miles
  • 2018 – 126,563 miles
  • 2017 – 123,648 miles
  • 2016 – 122,573 miles
  • 2014 – 119,676 miles
  • 2013 – 118,012 miles
  • 2012 – 117,187 miles
  • 2011 – 115,075 miles
  • 2009 – 113,462 miles
  • 2008 – 109,657 miles
  • 2007 – 108,160 miles
  • 2006 – 106,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,234 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear spring hanger mounting area slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe end slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight damage to edge of seat belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,234 miles (+6)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    138,234 miles
    Test number
    856156872095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear spring hanger mounting area slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe end slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail138,228 miles (+715)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,228 miles
    Test number
    585480010919
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear spring hanger mounting area slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe end slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,513 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    137,513 miles
    Test number
    753141165577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight damage to edge of seat belt (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail137,513 miles (+1,626)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,513 miles
    Test number
    555407465403
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both rear D bushes worn out (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight damage to edge of seat belt (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass135,887 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    135,887 miles
    Test number
    423341431867
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,881 miles (+1,286)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,881 miles
    Test number
    306564516989
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,595 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    134,595 miles
    Test number
    295824589253
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail134,590 miles (+1,348)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,590 miles
    Test number
    704402872307
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass133,242 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    133,242 miles
    Test number
    947118610478
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail133,237 miles (+1,316)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,237 miles
    Test number
    437323385590
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass131,921 miles (+1,448)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    131,921 miles
    Test number
    601271938773
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass130,473 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,473 miles
    Test number
    572487490844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail130,469 miles (+3,906)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,469 miles
    Test number
    498645425348
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass126,563 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    126,563 miles
    Test number
    193444894002
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded and missing
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail126,550 miles (+2,902)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,550 miles
    Test number
    273740722521
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded and missing
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass123,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    123,648 miles
    Test number
    107615926155
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x4 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x4 (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail123,642 miles (+1,069)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,642 miles
    Test number
    359439989412
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x4 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x4 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWipers in poor condition

  18. Pass122,573 miles (+2,897)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    122,573 miles
    Test number
    495076926569
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (1.1.A.3f)

  19. Pass119,676 miles (+1,664)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    119,676 miles
    Test number
    596676634109
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass118,012 miles (+825)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    118,012 miles
    Test number
    639867833135
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteFront wiper blades split

  21. Pass117,187 miles (+2,112)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    117,187 miles
    Test number
    797124622123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass115,075 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    115,075 miles
    Test number
    506309421116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass113,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    113,462 miles
    Test number
    752392119225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail113,462 miles (+3,805)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,462 miles
    Test number
    981310519274
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  25. Pass109,657 miles (+1,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    109,657 miles
    Test number
    171766508225
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass108,160 miles (+2,108)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    108,160 miles
    Test number
    323671417442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass106,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    106,052 miles
    Test number
    270098706225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S797 WYA

Does S797 WYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S797 WYA is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S797 WYA?
The MOT on S797 WYA is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S797 WYA done?
S797 WYA was recorded at 138,234 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2026, an average of 1,631 miles a year.
Has S797 WYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S797 WYA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S797 WYA 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 S797 WYA find?
S797 WYA passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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