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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T226 BBKMOT history

T226 BBK is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 16 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 120,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
120,139 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T226 BBK
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
16 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T226 BBK was last recorded at 120,139 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,124 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
2,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,139 miles
  • 2025 – 117,570 miles
  • 2024 – 115,302 miles
  • 2023 – 112,578 miles
  • 2022 – 111,236 miles
  • 2021 – 108,196 miles
  • 2020 – 105,614 miles
  • 2019 – 104,284 miles
  • 2018 – 102,026 miles
  • 2017 – 100,540 miles
  • 2016 – 98,622 miles
  • 2015 – 96,287 miles
  • 2014 – 92,981 miles
  • 2013 – 89,255 miles
  • 2012 – 87,402 miles
  • 2011 – 83,832 miles
  • 2010 – 80,113 miles
  • 2009 – 77,937 miles
  • 2008 – 76,861 miles
  • 2007 – 71,665 miles
  • 2006 – 67,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,139 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Both rear anti roll bar 'D' bushes have slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Battery insecure

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

36 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,139 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    120,139 miles
    Test number
    891222664554
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail120,124 miles (+2,554)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,124 miles
    Test number
    536391132894
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass117,570 miles (+2,268)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,570 miles
    Test number
    439159593446
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,302 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    115,302 miles
    Test number
    479009383368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail115,302 miles (+2,724)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,302 miles
    Test number
    573941227006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass112,578 miles (+1,342)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    112,578 miles
    Test number
    363320834329
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,236 miles (+3,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,236 miles
    Test number
    294997332930
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass108,196 miles (+2,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,196 miles
    Test number
    885171571759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake low

  9. Pass105,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    105,614 miles
    Test number
    165329118846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,614 miles (+1,330)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,614 miles
    Test number
    497491072717
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass104,284 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,284 miles
    Test number
    874460545663
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail104,284 miles (+2,258)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,284 miles
    Test number
    342500912646
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass102,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,026 miles
    Test number
    465222736535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,026 miles (+1,486)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,026 miles
    Test number
    757938567115
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass100,540 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,540 miles
    Test number
    183678416682
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp position to hazards (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from oil sump
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar links have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs worn and have a lip on there outer edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar 'D' bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear leaf springs have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and o/s/r tyres cracked and perished

  16. Fail100,540 miles (+1,918)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,540 miles
    Test number
    826208203548
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp position to hazards (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from oil sump
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar links have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs worn and have a lip on there outer edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar 'D' bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear leaf springs have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and o/s/r tyres cracked and perished

  17. Pass98,622 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,622 miles
    Test number
    701996895927
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt squealing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar 'D' bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt buckle casing missing
    • AdvisoryRear position to hazards have slight distortion

  18. Fail98,622 miles (+2,335)9 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,622 miles
    Test number
    768361656345
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to excessive black smoke under acceleration (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp headlamp adversely effected by any operation (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt squealing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar 'D' bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt buckle casing missing
    • AdvisoryRear position to hazards have slight distortion

  19. Pass96,287 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,287 miles
    Test number
    465932195130
    • NoteBrake fluid level on minimum mark
    • NoteDrive belt area noisy
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stalk cowling missing
    • NoteGlow plug light on
    • NoteSlight lift in offside front lower suspension arm ball joint
    • NoteSteering wheel cover worn

  20. Fail96,287 miles (+3,306)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,287 miles
    Test number
    419737685145
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBrake fluid level on minimum mark
    • NoteDrive belt area noisy
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stalk cowling missing
    • NoteGlow plug light on
    • NoteSlight lift in offside front lower suspension arm ball joint
    • NoteSteering wheel cover worn

  21. Pass92,981 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,981 miles
    Test number
    359283814229
    • NoteBad oil leaks
    • NoteFront spring weak and just off bump stop

  22. Fail92,981 miles (+3,726)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,981 miles
    Test number
    366981414480
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBad oil leaks
    • NoteFront spring weak and just off bump stop

  23. Pass89,255 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,255 miles
    Test number
    345761613486
    • NoteDrivers seat belt clasp cover is missing

  24. Fail89,255 miles (+1,853)1 dangerous4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,255 miles
    Test number
    938241113275
    • DangerousBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteDriver side 'b pillar' plastic cover is slightly insecure
    • NoteDrivers seat belt clasp cover is missing

  25. Pass87,402 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    87,402 miles
    Test number
    278934112250
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stalk plastic cowling missing
    • NoteFront suspension has little clearance with bump stops
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim is slightly difused
    • NoteSmall coolant leaks
    • NoteWiper blade split at end and scrapes screen

  26. Fail87,402 miles (+3,570)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,402 miles
    Test number
    977113712228
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stalk plastic cowling missing
    • NoteFront suspension has little clearance with bump stops
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim is slightly difused
    • NoteWiper blade split at end and scrapes screen

  27. Fail83,832 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,832 miles
    Test number
    525390711230
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteO/s front suspension has little clearance with bump stop suspecet leaf spring weask
    • NoteRear brake pads are worn very low

  28. Pass83,832 miles (+3,719)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,832 miles
    Test number
    958880311247
    • NoteO/s front suspension has little clearance with bump stop suspecet leaf spring weask
    • NoteRear brake pads are worn very low

  29. Pass80,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    710538500261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail80,113 miles (+2,176)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    104764500230
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

  31. Pass77,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,937 miles
    Test number
    123970769116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail77,937 miles (+1,076)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,937 miles
    Test number
    913080669112
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  33. Pass76,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    580445398055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail76,861 miles (+5,196)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    150245398478
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehcal presenter is advised that front leaf spring both side hump stop rubber clearance is at minimum indicating weak, or defect leaf spring.

  35. Pass71,665 miles (+3,959)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,665 miles
    Test number
    724151477008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass67,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,706 miles
    Test number
    622924296084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T226 BBK

Does T226 BBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T226 BBK is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T226 BBK?
The MOT on T226 BBK is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T226 BBK done?
T226 BBK was recorded at 120,139 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 2,557 miles a year.
Has T226 BBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T226 BBK has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T226 BBK 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 T226 BBK find?
T226 BBK passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipe.

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