
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc
T126 LDWMOT history
T126 LDW is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 213,010 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 1 May 2026
- Mileage
- 213,010 mi
- At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 24
- 18 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 2,291 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T126 LDW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,874 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 18 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 1 May 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Jun 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
T126 LDW was last recorded at 213,010 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 2,755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 210,255 miles · 2 May 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2,755 miles
- Average per year
- 2,291 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 213,010 miles
- 2025 – 210,255 miles
- 2024 – 198,299 miles
- 2021 – 187,659 miles
- 2020 – 186,580 miles
- 2019 – 185,127 miles
- 2018 – 184,328 miles
- 2017 – 183,728 miles
- 2016 – 182,448 miles
- 2015 – 181,926 miles
- 2014 – 180,516 miles
- 2013 – 178,183 miles
- 2012 – 176,278 miles
- 2011 – 174,735 miles
- 2010 – 173,835 miles
- 2009 – 172,776 miles
- 2008 – 172,560 miles
- 2007 – 171,569 miles
- 2006 – 166,297 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
- MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn near side vented disc offside solid disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 215 (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively no water for near side but looks same as off side (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated hand brake release button defective (1.1.6 (d))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
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.
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
24 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail213,010 miles (+2,755)1 dangerous26 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 213,010 miles
- Test number
- 318237372864
- DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
- MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn near side vented disc offside solid disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 215 (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively no water for near side but looks same as off side (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated hand brake release button defective (1.1.6 (d))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Pass210,255 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2026
- Odometer
- 210,255 miles
- Test number
- 539056322599
- MinorRear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail210,246 miles (+11,947)1 dangerous14 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 210,246 miles
- Test number
- 196651251060
- DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering front chassis leg at front panel (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Exhaust system insecure exhaust split at front (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced panel behind rear drivers seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength on chasssis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker mounting on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorRear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass198,299 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 198,299 miles
- Test number
- 948847334640
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))
Fail198,299 miles (+10,640)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 198,299 miles
- Test number
- 800971488500
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))
Pass187,659 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 187,659 miles
- Test number
- 938919444647
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail187,659 miles (+1,079)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 187,659 miles
- Test number
- 549337510416
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass186,580 miles (+1,453)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 186,580 miles
- Test number
- 139104918868
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass185,127 miles (+799)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 185,127 miles
- Test number
- 962252887937
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass184,328 miles (+600)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 184,328 miles
- Test number
- 450180148128
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass183,728 miles (+1,280)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 183,728 miles
- Test number
- 924373059970
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass182,448 miles (+522)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 182,448 miles
- Test number
- 134986025503
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass181,926 miles (+1,410)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 181,926 miles
- Test number
- 708110805109
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass180,516 miles (+2,333)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 180,516 miles
- Test number
- 328052454274
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass178,183 miles (+1,905)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 178,183 miles
- Test number
- 715138243291
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass176,278 miles (+1,543)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 176,278 miles
- Test number
- 705971352230
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass174,735 miles (+900)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 174,735 miles
- Test number
- 347832841488
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush 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)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass173,835 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 173,835 miles
- Test number
- 450722950244
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail173,835 miles (+1,059)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,835 miles
- Test number
- 560252050290
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Fail172,776 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,776 miles
- Test number
- 182091859234
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
Pass172,776 miles (+216)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 172,776 miles
- Test number
- 551981459205
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
Pass172,560 miles (+991)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 172,560 miles
- Test number
- 380744528465
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass171,569 miles (+5,272)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 171,569 miles
- Test number
- 704988217028
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Pass166,297 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 166,297 miles
- Test number
- 400818736083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T126 LDW
- Does T126 LDW currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T126 LDW expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T126 LDW?
- The MOT on T126 LDW expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T126 LDW done?
- T126 LDW was recorded at 213,010 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 2,291 miles a year.
- Has T126 LDW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T126 LDW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on T126 LDW 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 T126 LDW find?
- T126 LDW failed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 26 major defects: offside rear leaf spring main leaf fractured; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted, and 24 more.
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