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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T261 RFSMOT history

T261 RFS is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 28,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2024
Mileage
28,375 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T261 RFS
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
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T261 RFS was last recorded at 28,375 miles on 6 Mar 2024, 2,136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Feb 2011: 6,463 miles, lower than 112,368 miles on 29 Mar 2010.
  • 28 Feb 2012: 3,853 miles, lower than 6,463 miles on 3 Feb 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
26,239 miles · 16 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 28,375 miles
  • 2023 – 26,239 miles
  • 2022 – 25,383 miles
  • 2021 – 23,073 miles
  • 2020 – 19,795 miles
  • 2018 – 14,440 miles
  • 2017 – 12,058 miles
  • 2016 – 10,207 miles
  • 2015 – 7,914 miles
  • 2014 – 6,804 miles
  • 2013 – 6,090 miles
  • 2012 – 3,853 miles
  • 2011 – 6,463 miles
  • 2010 – 112,368 miles
  • 2008 – 109,024 miles
  • 2007 – 100,603 miles
  • 2006 – 93,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail28,375 miles
  • DangerousFront Leaf spring main leaf fractured Transverse leaf spring (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at suspension mounting area as marked. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCorrosion over parts of underbody front and rear.

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Slight corrosion over parts of underbody

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail28,375 miles (+2,136)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,375 miles
    Test number
    550734590804
    • DangerousFront Leaf spring main leaf fractured Transverse leaf spring (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at suspension mounting area as marked. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion over parts of underbody front and rear.

  2. Pass26,239 miles (+856)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    26,239 miles
    Test number
    939713408873
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion over parts of underbody

  3. Pass25,383 miles (+95)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    25,383 miles
    Test number
    790372730714
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion over parts of underbody

  4. Fail25,288 miles (+2,215)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,288 miles
    Test number
    491086603678
    • MajorBody insecure parts of body heavily corroded at underside and become detached as marked (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion over parts of underbody

  5. Pass23,073 miles (+3,278)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    23,073 miles
    Test number
    570882083436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion at rear step and underbody

  6. Pass19,795 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    19,795 miles
    Test number
    422581968944
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate fouling on wheel
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over whole chassis front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over whole underbody and body mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    909982196487
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate fouling on wheel
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over whole chassis front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over whole underbody and body mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    957823848576
    • AdvisoryBody mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced All body mountings have surface corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Over Whole Under Body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    514730665724
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over whole under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass14,440 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    14,440 miles
    Test number
    844446116833
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tail lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail14,440 miles (+2,382)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,440 miles
    Test number
    963284477417
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tail lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass12,058 miles (+1,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    12,058 miles
    Test number
    104424371763
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass10,207 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    10,207 miles
    Test number
    415920069925
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion at parts of underbody (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play at both front inner rack ends

  14. Fail10,207 miles (+2,293)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,207 miles
    Test number
    233836873108
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion at parts of underbody (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play at both front inner rack ends

  15. Pass7,914 miles (+1,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    7,914 miles
    Test number
    607810125022
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass6,804 miles (+714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    6,804 miles
    Test number
    909393724073
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass6,090 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    6,090 miles
    Test number
    296679123050
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail6,090 miles (+2,237)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,090 miles
    Test number
    749749223016
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass3,853 miles (-2,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    3,853 miles
    Test number
    176289952014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass6,463 miles (-105,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    6,463 miles
    Test number
    316174931089
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass112,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    112,368 miles
    Test number
    720568380043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,368 miles (+3,344)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,368 miles
    Test number
    454002680047
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass109,024 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    109,024 miles
    Test number
    520065428310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail108,918 miles (+8,315)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,918 miles
    Test number
    460815118370
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass100,603 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    100,603 miles
    Test number
    940323707386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail100,384 miles (+6,537)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,384 miles
    Test number
    191916997266
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass93,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    93,847 miles
    Test number
    392012976238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T261 RFS

Does T261 RFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T261 RFS expired on 3 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T261 RFS?
The MOT on T261 RFS expired on 3 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T261 RFS done?
T261 RFS was recorded at 28,375 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2024.
Has T261 RFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T261 RFS has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T261 RFS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 3 Feb 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T261 RFS find?
T261 RFS failed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect and 6 advisories: front leaf spring main leaf fractured transverse leaf spring; offside front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at suspension mounting area as marked.; anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front bushes., and 5 more.

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