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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,151 cc

T18 BWCMOT history

T18 BWC is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
130,496 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 BWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 BWC was last recorded at 130,496 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,480 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,496 miles
  • 2025 – 130,480 miles
  • 2024 – 129,500 miles
  • 2023 – 129,240 miles
  • 2022 – 129,226 miles
  • 2020 – 129,175 miles
  • 2019 – 128,449 miles
  • 2018 – 126,448 miles
  • 2017 – 123,397 miles
  • 2016 – 119,718 miles
  • 2015 – 116,016 miles
  • 2014 – 112,606 miles
  • 2013 – 109,166 miles
  • 2012 – 106,299 miles
  • 2011 – 105,551 miles
  • 2010 – 104,223 miles
  • 2009 – 103,123 miles
  • 2008 – 80,388 miles
  • 2007 – 55,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,496 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Mudguard insecure

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,496 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    130,496 miles
    Test number
    578100609491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Mudguard insecure

  2. Fail130,480 miles (+980)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,480 miles
    Test number
    307738673554
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault t/control (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from abs pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass129,500 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    129,500 miles
    Test number
    877604310477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,240 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    129,240 miles
    Test number
    123249340231
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general all round chassis corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass129,226 miles (+51)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,226 miles
    Test number
    534648940290
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySight weep from rear pinion oil seal
    • AdvisoryUnderside been undersealed

  6. Fail129,175 miles (+726)1 dangerous9 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,175 miles
    Test number
    246160227626
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure mount rusted off (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle underside

  7. Pass128,449 miles (+2,001)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,449 miles
    Test number
    428733432213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front, especially on inner faces of discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both front headlamp lenses foggy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb going white in colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded in engine compartment
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner & outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule perishing/cracking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb going white in colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryPanel below windscreen corroded

  8. Pass126,448 miles (+3,051)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    126,448 miles
    Test number
    987967150558
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight misting of oil on wheel bearing hub

  9. Pass123,397 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    123,397 miles
    Test number
    591857856549
    • AdvisoryFront discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s front shock leaking
    • AdvisoryRear discs in poor condition

  10. Fail123,397 miles (+3,679)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,397 miles
    Test number
    583354784582
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH INTO REAR HOSES (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryO/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER LEAKING
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS POOR CONDITION

  11. Pass119,718 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,718 miles
    Test number
    839578224446
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has reduced dampimg effect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has reduced damping effect

  12. Fail119,718 miles (+3,702)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,718 miles
    Test number
    541950898713
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has reduced dampimg effect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has reduced damping effect

  13. Pass116,016 miles (+3,410)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,016 miles
    Test number
    319379785044
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass112,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,606 miles
    Test number
    525305804154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail112,606 miles (+3,440)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,606 miles
    Test number
    528684604199
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass109,166 miles (+2,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    109,166 miles
    Test number
    596388903162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass106,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    106,299 miles
    Test number
    276731402440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail106,299 miles (+748)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,299 miles
    Test number
    175651402108
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass105,551 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    105,551 miles
    Test number
    427449701123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass104,223 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    104,223 miles
    Test number
    782369010116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,127 miles (+1,004)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,127 miles
    Test number
    750641910128
    • DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Fail103,123 miles5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,123 miles
    Test number
    282692269484
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass103,123 miles (+22,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    103,123 miles
    Test number
    474722969149
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail80,388 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,388 miles
    Test number
    343021158139
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass80,388 miles (+25,321)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    80,388 miles
    Test number
    810161658165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,067 miles
    Test number
    183013757137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail55,067 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,067 miles
    Test number
    781082057112
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T18 BWC

Does T18 BWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 BWC is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 BWC?
The MOT on T18 BWC is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 BWC done?
T18 BWC was recorded at 130,496 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 4,047 miles a year.
Has T18 BWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 BWC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T18 BWC 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 T18 BWC find?
T18 BWC passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear mudguard insecure.

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