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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T338 PDDMOT history

T338 PDD is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 176,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2023
Mileage
176,394 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T338 PDD
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 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T338 PDD was last recorded at 176,394 miles on 23 Sept 2023, 1,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,289 miles · 13 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,105 miles
Average per year
2,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,394 miles
  • 2022 – 175,289 miles
  • 2021 – 168,576 miles
  • 2020 – 165,464 miles
  • 2019 – 161,454 miles
  • 2018 – 156,288 miles
  • 2017 – 156,264 miles
  • 2015 – 151,810 miles
  • 2014 – 146,283 miles
  • 2013 – 143,789 miles
  • 2012 – 141,363 miles
  • 2011 – 139,563 miles
  • 2010 – 136,652 miles
  • 2009 – 132,372 miles
  • 2008 – 129,983 miles
  • 2007 – 126,281 miles
  • 2006 – 124,303 miles
  • 2005 – 122,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,394 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,394 miles (+1,105)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,394 miles
    Test number
    623193592132
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass175,289 miles (+6,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    175,289 miles
    Test number
    839658209475
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass168,576 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    168,576 miles
    Test number
    458791616883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail168,474 miles (+3,010)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,474 miles
    Test number
    632210025665
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass165,464 miles (+4,010)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    165,464 miles
    Test number
    265783299926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass161,454 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    161,454 miles
    Test number
    527096142763
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to underside & sills

  7. Fail161,454 miles (+5,166)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,454 miles
    Test number
    513377204594
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to underside & sills

  8. Pass156,288 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    156,288 miles
    Test number
    103591062641
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to brake pipes
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisoryTrailer socket damaged

  9. Fail156,264 miles (+4,454)19 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,264 miles
    Test number
    522134565364
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot shock absorber bottom mounting bent on axle. (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryBonnet cable handle broken inside vehicle

  10. Pass151,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    151,810 miles
    Test number
    277596619532
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail151,810 miles (+5,527)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,810 miles
    Test number
    405633105362
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass146,283 miles (+2,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    146,283 miles
    Test number
    205828194272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass143,789 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    143,789 miles
    Test number
    205098203344
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Fail143,789 miles (+2,426)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,789 miles
    Test number
    498338503368
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass141,363 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    141,363 miles
    Test number
    218099212314
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight weap diff seals

  16. Fail141,363 miles (+1,800)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,363 miles
    Test number
    459089312373
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight weap diff seals

  17. Pass139,563 miles (+2,911)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    139,563 miles
    Test number
    355700831365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail136,652 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,652 miles
    Test number
    372098590438
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSlight scratching to windscreen

  19. Pass136,652 miles (+4,280)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    136,652 miles
    Test number
    481028590245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSlight scratching to windscreen

  20. Pass132,372 miles (+2,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    132,372 miles
    Test number
    501923719300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass129,983 miles (+3,702)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    129,983 miles
    Test number
    972025058262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBrake fluid warning level light staying on (level ok)
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated

  22. Pass126,281 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    126,281 miles
    Test number
    274371727253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass124,303 miles (+1,620)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    124,303 miles
    Test number
    694812126294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass122,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    122,683 miles
    Test number
    670819945247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail122,683 miles10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,683 miles
    Test number
    321486745264
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T338 PDD

Does T338 PDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T338 PDD expired on 12 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T338 PDD?
The MOT on T338 PDD expired on 12 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T338 PDD done?
T338 PDD was recorded at 176,394 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2023, an average of 2,975 miles a year.
Has T338 PDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T338 PDD has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T338 PDD 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 T338 PDD find?
T338 PDD failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill; offside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill, and 5 more.

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