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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Fail213,010 miles
  • 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))

What MOT failures 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.

  • 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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))
  4. 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))
  5. 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))
  6. 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))
  7. 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))
  8. 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))
  9. 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))
  10. Pass184,328 miles (+600)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    184,328 miles
    Test number
    450180148128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. 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)
  12. Pass182,448 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    182,448 miles
    Test number
    134986025503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. 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)
  14. Pass180,516 miles (+2,333)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    180,516 miles
    Test number
    328052454274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass178,183 miles (+1,905)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    178,183 miles
    Test number
    715138243291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass176,278 miles (+1,543)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    176,278 miles
    Test number
    705971352230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. 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)
  18. Pass173,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    173,835 miles
    Test number
    450722950244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. 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)
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. Pass172,560 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    172,560 miles
    Test number
    380744528465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. 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)
  24. 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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