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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T262 RFSMOT history

T262 RFS is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 173,576 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2026
Mileage
173,576 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T262 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
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T262 RFS was last recorded at 173,576 miles on 27 Aug 2025, 8,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,408 miles · 8 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
8,168 miles
Average per year
2,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,576 miles
  • 2024 – 165,408 miles
  • 2023 – 165,368 miles
  • 2022 – 163,515 miles
  • 2021 – 163,365 miles
  • 2020 – 163,062 miles
  • 2019 – 163,005 miles
  • 2018 – 162,834 miles
  • 2017 – 162,581 miles
  • 2016 – 161,147 miles
  • 2015 – 160,188 miles
  • 2014 – 159,182 miles
  • 2013 – 157,259 miles
  • 2012 – 155,942 miles
  • 2011 – 154,109 miles
  • 2010 – 150,515 miles
  • 2009 – 147,093 miles
  • 2008 – 145,169 miles
  • 2007 – 140,642 miles
  • 2006 – 135,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,576 miles
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose tied up (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryParking brake has met minimum standard adjustment or replacement might be required
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • General corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,576 miles (+8,168)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    173,576 miles
    Test number
    381673173175
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose tied up (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has met minimum standard adjustment or replacement might be required
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Pass165,408 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    165,408 miles
    Test number
    616370517361
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  3. Fail165,404 miles (+36)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,404 miles
    Test number
    644195538029
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  4. Pass165,368 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    165,368 miles
    Test number
    648290827909
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Fail165,368 miles (+1,853)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,368 miles
    Test number
    105994487737
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass163,515 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    163,515 miles
    Test number
    752743040792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass163,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    163,365 miles
    Test number
    525674671140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail163,365 miles (+303)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,365 miles
    Test number
    609606434499
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass163,062 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    163,062 miles
    Test number
    504328636348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass163,005 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,005 miles
    Test number
    345126427455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass162,834 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    162,834 miles
    Test number
    775271657915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass162,581 miles (+1,434)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    162,581 miles
    Test number
    691832289914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass161,147 miles (+959)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    161,147 miles
    Test number
    518564158861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass160,188 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    160,188 miles
    Test number
    436409975618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass159,182 miles (+1,923)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    159,182 miles
    Test number
    319428964204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass157,259 miles (+1,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    157,259 miles
    Test number
    558669263264
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass155,942 miles (+1,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    155,942 miles
    Test number
    878826452273
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  18. Pass154,109 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    154,109 miles
    Test number
    749706861259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass150,515 miles (+3,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    150,515 miles
    Test number
    670691870217
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  20. Pass147,093 miles (+1,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    147,093 miles
    Test number
    370963759203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass145,169 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    145,169 miles
    Test number
    301523768250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass140,642 miles (+5,307)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    140,642 miles
    Test number
    812042127225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass135,335 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    135,335 miles
    Test number
    192884616234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about T262 RFS

Does T262 RFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T262 RFS expired on 26 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T262 RFS?
The MOT on T262 RFS expired on 26 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T262 RFS done?
T262 RFS was recorded at 173,576 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2025, an average of 2,005 miles a year.
Has T262 RFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T262 RFS has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T262 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 T262 RFS find?
T262 RFS passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: hazard warning switch faulty; offside direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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