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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,151 cc

T121 OSLMOT history

T121 OSL is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 29 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 271,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
271,834 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2019
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
21,844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T121 OSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T121 OSL was last recorded at 271,834 miles on 4 May 2019, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
271,834 miles · 20 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
21,844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 271,834 miles
  • 2018 – 250,174 miles
  • 2017 – 225,350 miles
  • 2016 – 198,565 miles
  • 2015 – 175,107 miles
  • 2014 – 152,301 miles
  • 2013 – 133,700 miles
  • 2012 – 121,724 miles
  • 2011 – 91,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides axle play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sills dented
  • AdvisoryParking brake reserve travel just met
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion around vehicle

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 pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    469934248627
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides axle play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sills dented
    • AdvisoryParking brake reserve travel just met
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around vehicle

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    410759164159
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body has an unsafe modification lamp casing damaged (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside sides marker lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    720567922453
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    782939732068
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    700400710650
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills corroded covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    939440571345
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills corroded covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    650447261904
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    925213300148
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    114319241244
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. FailMileage not read4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    490119779366
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass271,834 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    271,834 miles
    Test number
    848663355295
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail271,834 miles (+21,660)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,834 miles
    Test number
    662971009152
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass250,174 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    250,174 miles
    Test number
    978640497552
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Fail250,174 miles (+24,824)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,174 miles
    Test number
    603494866147
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass225,350 miles (+26,785)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    225,350 miles
    Test number
    327583784230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass198,565 miles (+23,458)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    198,565 miles
    Test number
    844655826608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass175,107 miles (+22,806)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    175,107 miles
    Test number
    757995135065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass152,301 miles (+18,601)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    152,301 miles
    Test number
    998962934094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass133,700 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    133,700 miles
    Test number
    285661933096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail133,700 miles (+11,976)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,700 miles
    Test number
    699121733029
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass121,724 miles (+30,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    121,724 miles
    Test number
    168613132452
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass91,701 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    91,701 miles
    Test number
    365084231035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about T121 OSL

Does T121 OSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T121 OSL is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T121 OSL?
The MOT on T121 OSL is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T121 OSL done?
T121 OSL was recorded at 271,834 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2019, an average of 21,844 miles a year.
Has T121 OSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T121 OSL has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T121 OSL 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 T121 OSL find?
T121 OSL passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s); front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both; front suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides axle play, and 4 more.

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