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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,151 cc

T121 CDGMOT history

T121 CDG is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 16 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 194,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2023
Mileage
194,851 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T121 CDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T121 CDG was last recorded at 194,851 miles on 30 Apr 2022, 1,740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jan 2008: 43,672 miles, lower than 133,680 miles on 10 Jan 2007.
  • 6 Apr 2019: 192,975 miles, lower than 192,978 miles on 10 Mar 2018.

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
193,111 miles · 27 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,740 miles
Average per year
4,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 194,851 miles
  • 2021 – 193,111 miles
  • 2019 – 192,975 miles
  • 2018 – 192,978 miles
  • 2017 – 186,876 miles
  • 2016 – 184,635 miles
  • 2015 – 182,205 miles
  • 2014 – 172,608 miles
  • 2013 – 162,592 miles
  • 2012 – 153,112 miles
  • 2009 – 152,161 miles
  • 2008 – 43,672 miles
  • 2007 – 133,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,851 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,851 miles (+1,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    194,851 miles
    Test number
    654056237721
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass193,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    193,111 miles
    Test number
    106525678855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail193,111 miles (+136)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,111 miles
    Test number
    754143712752
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass192,975 miles (-3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    192,975 miles
    Test number
    799318461516
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has signs of corrosion. Withstood CAT.

  5. Pass192,978 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    192,978 miles
    Test number
    694281816580
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  6. Fail192,978 miles (+6,102)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,978 miles
    Test number
    751119075253
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  7. Pass186,876 miles (+2,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    186,876 miles
    Test number
    911233577327
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both pipes (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass184,635 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    184,635 miles
    Test number
    617515501160
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Fail184,627 miles (+2,422)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,627 miles
    Test number
    239681822405
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass182,205 miles (+9,597)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    182,205 miles
    Test number
    427738755035
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass172,608 miles (+10,016)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    172,608 miles
    Test number
    149462754059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass162,592 miles (+9,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    162,592 miles
    Test number
    139574823042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass153,112 miles (+951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    153,112 miles
    Test number
    187380322426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass152,161 miles (+108,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    152,161 miles
    Test number
    840167239031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass43,672 miles (-90,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,672 miles
    Test number
    311639818060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass133,680 miles (+129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    133,680 miles
    Test number
    334030717086
    • 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)

  17. Fail133,551 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,551 miles
    Test number
    963493407081
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

Questions about T121 CDG

Does T121 CDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T121 CDG expired on 29 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T121 CDG?
The MOT on T121 CDG expired on 29 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T121 CDG done?
T121 CDG was recorded at 194,851 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2022, an average of 4,001 miles a year.
Has T121 CDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T121 CDG has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T121 CDG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Jan 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T121 CDG find?
T121 CDG passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill; offside suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill.

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