Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T169 BWRMOT history

T169 BWR is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 26 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 317,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2023
Mileage
317,026 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,521 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T169 BWR in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T169 BWR
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
26 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T169 BWR was last recorded at 317,026 miles on 7 Jan 2022, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
317,019 miles · 31 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
8,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 317,026 miles
  • 2021 – 317,019 miles
  • 2019 – 306,710 miles
  • 2018 – 296,946 miles
  • 2017 – 289,664 miles
  • 2016 – 282,943 miles
  • 2015 – 267,809 miles
  • 2014 – 252,440 miles
  • 2013 – 242,256 miles
  • 2012 – 237,487 miles
  • 2011 – 229,041 miles
  • 2010 – 220,617 miles
  • 2008 – 211,797 miles
  • 2007 – 200,086 miles
  • 2006 – 188,188 miles
  • 2005 – 177,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass317,026 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring fouling chassisRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring fowling bodyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass317,026 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    317,026 miles
    Test number
    873772777265
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring fouling chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring fowling body
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail317,019 miles (+4,052)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    317,019 miles
    Test number
    107019858313
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring fouling chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring fowling body
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass312,967 miles (+42)3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    312,967 miles
    Test number
    185643513804
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody damage
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tape covering outer seals
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail312,925 miles (+6,215)1 dangerous2 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    312,925 miles
    Test number
    136470048063
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody damage
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tape covering outer seals
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass306,710 miles (+24)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    306,710 miles
    Test number
    777274452393
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail306,686 miles (+9,740)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    306,686 miles
    Test number
    359850197768
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass296,946 miles (+7,282)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    296,946 miles
    Test number
    311911918709
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside chassis members (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cut in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside sills, arch,door corroded. advise attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower door corroded
    • AdvisoryRear back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded

  8. Pass289,664 miles (+62)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    289,664 miles
    Test number
    127519074161
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side marker light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail289,602 miles (+6,659)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    289,602 miles
    Test number
    861200530418
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side marker light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass282,943 miles (+15,134)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    282,943 miles
    Test number
    623567151273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both outer sills rusting through (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four......... (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass267,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    267,809 miles
    Test number
    809275455155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail267,809 miles (+15,369)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,809 miles
    Test number
    826063055135
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass252,440 miles (+356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    252,440 miles
    Test number
    429536564055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail252,084 miles (+9,828)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,084 miles
    Test number
    476733264099
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass242,256 miles (+4,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    242,256 miles
    Test number
    627685893086
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass237,487 miles (+8,446)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    237,487 miles
    Test number
    787127262020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass229,041 miles (+6)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    229,041 miles
    Test number
    439011191005
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edge

  18. Fail229,035 miles (+8,418)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,035 miles
    Test number
    149743781417
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edge

  19. Pass220,617 miles (+8,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    220,617 miles
    Test number
    743450940060
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass211,797 miles (+11,711)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    211,797 miles
    Test number
    724730748323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass200,086 miles (+11,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    200,086 miles
    Test number
    684174837392
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass188,188 miles (+10,711)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    188,188 miles
    Test number
    462231936482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass177,477 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    177,477 miles
    Test number
    340084335488
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from front pipe
    • NoteSlight play n/s and o/s bottom ball joints

Questions about T169 BWR

Does T169 BWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T169 BWR expired on 11 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T169 BWR?
The MOT on T169 BWR expired on 11 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T169 BWR done?
T169 BWR was recorded at 317,026 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2022, an average of 8,521 miles a year.
Has T169 BWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T169 BWR has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T169 BWR 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 T169 BWR find?
T169 BWR passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sills; nearside rear leaf spring fouling chassis; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 4 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T169 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.