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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T261 JDTMOT history

T261 JDT is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 134,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
134,706 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T261 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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T261 JDT was last recorded at 134,706 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,686 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
3,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,706 miles
  • 2024 – 133,338 miles
  • 2023 – 131,159 miles
  • 2022 – 127,482 miles
  • 2020 – 119,152 miles
  • 2019 – 115,481 miles
  • 2018 – 109,686 miles
  • 2017 – 104,256 miles
  • 2016 – 98,415 miles
  • 2015 – 91,022 miles
  • 2014 – 84,600 miles
  • 2013 – 83,668 miles
  • 2012 – 82,540 miles
  • 2011 – 81,335 miles
  • 2010 – 79,975 miles
  • 2009 – 78,781 miles
  • 2008 – 77,684 miles
  • 2007 – 76,732 miles
  • 2006 – 74,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,706 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryInner sills/steps corroded

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 component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear spring hangers

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,706 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    134,706 miles
    Test number
    970865813009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner sills/steps corroded

  2. Fail134,706 miles (+20)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,706 miles
    Test number
    401926679505
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember/light board heavily corroded

  3. Fail134,686 miles (+1,348)10 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,686 miles
    Test number
    876989493755
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chasssis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember/light board heavily corroded

  4. Pass133,338 miles (+13)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    133,338 miles
    Test number
    608897549851
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear spring hangers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember/tail board corroded

  5. Fail133,325 miles (+2,166)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,325 miles
    Test number
    394883008845
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis x2 areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear spring hangers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember/tail board corroded

  6. Pass131,159 miles (+3,677)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,159 miles
    Test number
    758490452006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner sills/steps corroded and holed

  7. Pass127,482 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    127,482 miles
    Test number
    584454570880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear spring hangers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail127,466 miles (+8,314)17 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,466 miles
    Test number
    478046227970
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded 2x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'd' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre/rear of cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear spring hangers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass119,152 miles (+3,671)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    119,152 miles
    Test number
    835549530185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,481 miles (+5,795)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,481 miles
    Test number
    327455937403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,686 miles (+401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    109,686 miles
    Test number
    970522047990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail109,285 miles (+5,029)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,285 miles
    Test number
    621551489160
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass104,256 miles (+5,841)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    104,256 miles
    Test number
    384520710022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre rear of cab (5.2.6)

  14. Pass98,415 miles (+7,393)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,415 miles
    Test number
    150617488079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,022 miles (+6,422)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    91,022 miles
    Test number
    508565453111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,600 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,600 miles
    Test number
    145323614207
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail84,599 miles (+931)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,599 miles
    Test number
    935531414269
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass83,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,668 miles
    Test number
    287064103269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,667 miles (+1,127)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,667 miles
    Test number
    895544403220
    • FailureNearside Inner Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass82,540 miles (+1,205)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,540 miles
    Test number
    615282412223
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to wear bars

  21. Pass81,335 miles (+1,360)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,335 miles
    Test number
    286547101226
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to wear bars

  22. Pass79,975 miles (+1,194)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    79,975 miles
    Test number
    343160400436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,781 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    78,781 miles
    Test number
    433773409288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail78,777 miles (+1,093)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,777 miles
    Test number
    610461009218
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass77,684 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    77,684 miles
    Test number
    132461718225
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

  26. Fail77,683 miles (+951)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,683 miles
    Test number
    632840918296
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

  27. Pass76,732 miles (+2,308)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    76,732 miles
    Test number
    521004307253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass74,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    74,424 miles
    Test number
    174945306216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T261 JDT

Does T261 JDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T261 JDT is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T261 JDT?
The MOT on T261 JDT is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T261 JDT done?
T261 JDT was recorded at 134,706 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 3,108 miles a year.
Has T261 JDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T261 JDT has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T261 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 T261 JDT find?
T261 JDT passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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