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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T252 JDTMOT history

T252 JDT is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 222,517 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
222,517 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T252 JDT
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
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T252 JDT was last recorded at 222,517 miles on 15 May 2026, 2,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,512 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,005 miles
Average per year
800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,517 miles
  • 2025 – 220,512 miles
  • 2024 – 218,635 miles
  • 2023 – 217,364 miles
  • 2020 – 217,088 miles
  • 2019 – 215,857 miles
  • 2018 – 215,208 miles
  • 2017 – 214,470 miles
  • 2016 – 213,115 miles
  • 2015 – 212,492 miles
  • 2014 – 211,735 miles
  • 2013 – 211,318 miles
  • 2012 – 210,810 miles
  • 2011 – 210,270 miles
  • 2010 – 209,363 miles
  • 2009 – 209,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,517 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Rear differential oil seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,517 miles (+2,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    222,517 miles
    Test number
    377845938886
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass220,512 miles (+1,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    220,512 miles
    Test number
    474227503853
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive halfshaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements just met

  3. Pass218,635 miles (+1,271)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    218,635 miles
    Test number
    139233466793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass217,364 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    217,364 miles
    Test number
    329300699847
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail217,364 miles (+276)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,364 miles
    Test number
    545209745623
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass217,088 miles (+1,231)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    217,088 miles
    Test number
    325775785779
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass215,857 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    215,857 miles
    Test number
    715553910107
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear differential oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear frame corroded

  8. Fail215,847 miles (+639)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,847 miles
    Test number
    148248214718
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear differential oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear frame corroded

  9. Pass215,208 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    215,208 miles
    Test number
    258474519373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass214,470 miles (+1,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    214,470 miles
    Test number
    433366267532
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cracked

  11. Pass213,115 miles (+623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    213,115 miles
    Test number
    380040500048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  12. Pass212,492 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    212,492 miles
    Test number
    527187095192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass211,735 miles (+417)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    211,735 miles
    Test number
    578805224229
    • NoteFront and rear brakes just meet limits to pass

  14. Pass211,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    211,318 miles
    Test number
    127741823230
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Fail211,318 miles (+508)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,318 miles
    Test number
    357591623476
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass210,810 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    210,810 miles
    Test number
    227724272443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail210,793 miles (+523)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,793 miles
    Test number
    238591872197
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  18. Pass210,270 miles (+17)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    210,270 miles
    Test number
    115287451172
    • NoteBrake pipes cable tied
    • NoteNearside, offside front tyres perished

  19. Fail210,253 miles (+890)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,253 miles
    Test number
    265331651103
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass209,363 miles (+356)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    209,363 miles
    Test number
    131777260190
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN

  21. Pass209,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    209,007 miles
    Test number
    324245279145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T252 JDT

Does T252 JDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T252 JDT is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T252 JDT?
The MOT on T252 JDT is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T252 JDT done?
T252 JDT was recorded at 222,517 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 800 miles a year.
Has T252 JDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T252 JDT has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T252 JDT 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 T252 JDT find?
T252 JDT passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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