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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T255 RFSMOT history

T255 RFS is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 173,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
173,209 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T255 RFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T255 RFS was last recorded at 173,209 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,355 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
854 miles
Average per year
1,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,209 miles
  • 2024 – 172,355 miles
  • 2023 – 171,413 miles
  • 2022 – 169,852 miles
  • 2021 – 168,724 miles
  • 2020 – 168,448 miles
  • 2019 – 168,001 miles
  • 2018 – 166,001 miles
  • 2017 – 164,642 miles
  • 2016 – 163,377 miles
  • 2015 – 161,918 miles
  • 2014 – 161,343 miles
  • 2013 – 160,466 miles
  • 2012 – 158,453 miles
  • 2011 – 157,492 miles
  • 2010 – 154,774 miles
  • 2009 – 153,411 miles
  • 2008 – 152,318 miles
  • 2007 – 149,698 miles
  • 2006 – 147,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,209 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp getting moisture inside by not serious enough to affect headlamp aim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,209 miles (+854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    173,209 miles
    Test number
    441931486996
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass172,355 miles (+942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    172,355 miles
    Test number
    347253640547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass171,413 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    171,413 miles
    Test number
    291975770131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner sill corroded both sides
    • AdvisoryRadiator cross member corroded

  4. Fail171,413 miles (+1,561)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,413 miles
    Test number
    519558683859
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing both rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner sill corroded both sides
    • AdvisoryRadiator cross member corroded

  5. Pass169,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    169,852 miles
    Test number
    833149670689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail169,852 miles (+1,128)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,852 miles
    Test number
    770957046544
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass168,724 miles (+276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    168,724 miles
    Test number
    455728829394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s inner sill has corrosion and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s inner sill has corrosion and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass168,448 miles (+447)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    168,448 miles
    Test number
    134102829509
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass168,001 miles (+2,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    168,001 miles
    Test number
    133138879443
    • AdvisoryFront Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass166,001 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    166,001 miles
    Test number
    458707331905
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp getting moisture inside by not serious enough to affect headlamp aim
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on chassis

  11. Fail166,001 miles (+1,359)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,001 miles
    Test number
    864248417415
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp getting moisture inside by not serious enough to affect headlamp aim
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on chassis

  12. Pass164,642 miles (+1,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    164,642 miles
    Test number
    528229838788
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s rear top marker not working

  13. Pass163,377 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    163,377 miles
    Test number
    501167731221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s from caliper to flexy hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHand brake light flickers on and of
    • AdvisoryN/s underbody trim loose

  14. Fail163,377 miles (+1,459)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,377 miles
    Test number
    182691154689
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured missing D clamp (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s from caliper to flexy hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHand brake light flickers on and of
    • AdvisoryN/s underbody trim loose

  15. Pass161,918 miles (+575)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    161,918 miles
    Test number
    581935658239
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from ABS unit (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper inner sidelight not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trim on underbody of vehicle loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass161,343 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    161,343 miles
    Test number
    677965314392
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail161,343 miles (+877)1 failure8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,343 miles
    Test number
    739475314342
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass160,466 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    160,466 miles
    Test number
    257622823331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail160,451 miles (+1,998)6 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,451 miles
    Test number
    169837613305
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass158,453 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    158,453 miles
    Test number
    245233712328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail158,453 miles (+961)1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,453 miles
    Test number
    568582612355
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass157,492 miles (+2,718)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    157,492 miles
    Test number
    598661411375
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on outer tread shoulder

  23. Pass154,774 miles (+1,363)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    154,774 miles
    Test number
    412295110436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass153,411 miles (+1,093)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    153,411 miles
    Test number
    534663219337
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear hub areas damp

  25. Pass152,318 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    152,318 miles
    Test number
    514482388203
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEvidence of rear hub seals leaking
    • NoteN/s/f tyre very worn on edges

  26. Fail152,318 miles (+2,620)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,318 miles
    Test number
    661581388208
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEvidence of rear hub seals leaking
    • NoteN/s/f tyre very worn on edges

  27. Pass149,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    149,698 miles
    Test number
    791293807350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail149,698 miles (+2,306)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,698 miles
    Test number
    330195497441
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass147,392 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    147,392 miles
    Test number
    353002686456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail147,375 miles (+3,274)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,375 miles
    Test number
    183932066248
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  31. Pass144,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    144,101 miles
    Test number
    780856616085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T255 RFS

Does T255 RFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T255 RFS is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T255 RFS?
The MOT on T255 RFS is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T255 RFS done?
T255 RFS was recorded at 173,209 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 1,470 miles a year.
Has T255 RFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 RFS has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T255 RFS 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 T255 RFS find?
T255 RFS passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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