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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T37 SMRMOT history

T37 SMR is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 145,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
145,614 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T37 SMR
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
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T37 SMR was last recorded at 145,614 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,582 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
1,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,614 miles
  • 2024 – 145,582 miles
  • 2023 – 145,445 miles
  • 2022 – 145,396 miles
  • 2011 – 145,305 miles
  • 2007 – 122,281 miles
  • 2006 – 119,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,614 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various underbody, inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryAccelerator slow to return

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Sill heavily repaired.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle underside under sealed in areas.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive at engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,614 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    145,614 miles
    Test number
    240203265842
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various underbody, inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAccelerator slow to return
  2. Pass145,582 miles (+137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    145,582 miles
    Test number
    752701809636
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass145,445 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    145,445 miles
    Test number
    788299042546
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill heavily repaired.
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside under sealed in areas.
  4. Fail145,421 miles (+25)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,421 miles
    Test number
    880450721605
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both rear inner tyres inner sidewalls chalked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pivot has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Front u clamp broken. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill holed corroded. chalked. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount welds defective.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill heavily repaired.
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear outer tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside under sealed in areas.
  5. Pass145,396 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,396 miles
    Test number
    350932664558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at front cross member
  6. Fail145,396 miles (+91)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,396 miles
    Test number
    860199055771
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at front cross member
  7. Pass145,305 miles (+23,024)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    145,305 miles
    Test number
    637950171005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,281 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    122,281 miles
    Test number
    754574637307
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  9. Fail122,187 miles (+2,284)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,187 miles
    Test number
    113390037337
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass119,903 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    119,903 miles
    Test number
    182999126153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,900 miles2 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,900 miles
    Test number
    230924926179
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T37 SMR

Does T37 SMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T37 SMR is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T37 SMR?
The MOT on T37 SMR is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T37 SMR done?
T37 SMR was recorded at 145,614 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 1,313 miles a year.
Has T37 SMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T37 SMR has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T37 SMR 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 T37 SMR find?
T37 SMR passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various underbody, inner and outer sills, and 1 more.

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