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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T431 LBAMOT history

T431 LBA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 247,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
247,738 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T431 LBA
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T431 LBA was last recorded at 247,738 miles on 14 May 2026, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
247,676 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
5,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 247,738 miles
  • 2025 – 246,896 miles
  • 2024 – 246,103 miles
  • 2023 – 244,324 miles
  • 2022 – 241,598 miles
  • 2021 – 239,000 miles
  • 2019 – 234,452 miles
  • 2018 – 228,973 miles
  • 2017 – 225,865 miles
  • 2016 – 221,805 miles
  • 2015 – 217,783 miles
  • 2014 – 208,207 miles
  • 2013 – 196,461 miles
  • 2012 – 188,160 miles
  • 2010 – 178,378 miles
  • 2009 – 171,600 miles
  • 2008 – 163,079 miles
  • 2007 – 155,918 miles
  • 2006 – 148,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,738 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNsr light lense damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNsr outer sill holed

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Brake fluid discoloured, in reservoir

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Cylinder number 4 misting fuel out, not excessively.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,738 miles (+62)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    247,738 miles
    Test number
    662689391291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNsr light lense damaged
    • AdvisoryNsr outer sill holed
  2. Fail247,676 miles (+780)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,676 miles
    Test number
    386597831408
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill clearly marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury door and nsr door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner clearly marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch to floor clearly marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill clearly marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible obscured by ladder on rear door (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNsr light lense damaged
    • AdvisoryNsr outer sill holed not within prescribed area
  3. Pass246,896 miles (+793)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    246,896 miles
    Test number
    645973212041
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (on union) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills(behind axle) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass246,103 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    246,103 miles
    Test number
    681326585011
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to O/S/F inner sill near to seat and seat belt mounting area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded
  5. Fail246,103 miles (+1,779)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,103 miles
    Test number
    326051830040
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass244,324 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    244,324 miles
    Test number
    525854626410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail244,323 miles (+2,725)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,323 miles
    Test number
    759754405626
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Leaf spring hanger corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sills front to back (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Leaf spring hanger corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sills front to back (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass241,598 miles (+2,598)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    241,598 miles
    Test number
    677762637056
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid dirty, in reservoir.
    • AdvisoryCylinder 4 injector misting , at union.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak, and at turbo pipework also.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill/step area corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And O/S/R, but not excessive yet. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door lower edge corroded, and slightly sharp.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer And N/S/F outer sill step areas corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At hose (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass239,000 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    239,000 miles
    Test number
    410412624479
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discoloured, in reservoir
    • AdvisoryCylinder number 4 misting fuel out, not excessively.
    • AdvisoryFront Inner BOTH Sides chassis members showing age related corrosion, beneath blistered protective paint, but not excessive yet.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Sill/step area corroded, but not holed.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at hoses, and hoses deteriorated with age (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill/step area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at hose, and hose deteriorated with age. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak in area of turbo pipework.
  10. Fail239,000 miles (+4,548)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,000 miles
    Test number
    268924766178
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discoloured, in reservoir
    • AdvisoryCylinder number 4 misting fuel out, not excessively.
    • AdvisoryFront Inner BOTH Sides chassis members showing age related corrosion, beneath blistered protective paint, but not excessive yet.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Sill/step area corroded, but not holed.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at hoses, and hoses deteriorated with age (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill/step area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at hose, and hose deteriorated with age. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak in area of turbo pipework.
  11. Pass234,452 miles (+5,479)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    234,452 miles
    Test number
    297146189081
    • AdvisoryBoth front nearside & offside brake discs corroded,pitted & worn-sections of contact surface missing-deemed passable but advise early replacement
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid dirty but not deemed contaminated but advise renewal.
    • AdvisoryGlowplug warning light displaying on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing slightly rough/noisy in rotation
    • AdvisoryPlay/movement in offside steering rack inner joint
    • AdvisoryStaining/misting of fuel from No 4 Injector/ to feed pipe connection-monitor
  12. Pass228,973 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    228,973 miles
    Test number
    642796508623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on
  13. Fail228,962 miles (+3,097)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,962 miles
    Test number
    733275513996
    • MajorEmissions not tested oil level over max emission limit 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on
  14. Pass225,865 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    225,865 miles
    Test number
    653352594176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail225,858 miles (+4,053)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,858 miles
    Test number
    901065427426
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass221,805 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    221,805 miles
    Test number
    729440485157
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Fail221,805 miles (+4,022)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,805 miles
    Test number
    697475061087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass217,783 miles (+9,576)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    217,783 miles
    Test number
    156555155194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass208,207 miles (+11,746)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    208,207 miles
    Test number
    227940754152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front outer sill crusty
    • NotePlay in offside rack end
  20. Pass196,461 miles (+8,301)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    196,461 miles
    Test number
    825932923139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside centre lower panel slight corrosion
  21. Pass188,160 miles (+9,782)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    188,160 miles
    Test number
    358185062071
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill crusty
    • NotePlay in both rack ends
  22. Pass178,378 miles (+6,778)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    178,378 miles
    Test number
    581151940325
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteGeneral under body surface rust
  23. Pass171,600 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    171,600 miles
    Test number
    660941239370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s steering arm slight play
    • NoteN/s wiper split
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall slightly damaged
    • NoteO/s steering arm slight play
    • NoteO/s/f tyre age cracking
  24. Fail171,600 miles (+8,521)5 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,600 miles
    Test number
    752999829349
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s steering arm slight play
    • NoteN/s wiper split
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall slightly damaged
    • NoteO/s steering arm slight play
    • NoteO/s/f tyre age cracking
  25. Pass163,079 miles (+7,161)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    163,079 miles
    Test number
    591360148355
    • NoteMovement in bottom ball joints
    • NotePlay in steering arms
  26. Pass155,918 miles (+7,776)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    155,918 miles
    Test number
    833921247302
    • NoteAdvance play in rack on o/s
  27. Pass148,142 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    148,142 miles
    Test number
    572542446333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail148,031 miles (+3,086)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,031 miles
    Test number
    921005836365
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  29. Pass144,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    144,945 miles
    Test number
    153212336123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about T431 LBA

Does T431 LBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T431 LBA is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T431 LBA?
The MOT on T431 LBA is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T431 LBA done?
T431 LBA was recorded at 247,738 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 5,138 miles a year.
Has T431 LBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T431 LBA has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T431 LBA 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 T431 LBA find?
T431 LBA passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nsr light lense damaged; nsr outer sill holed.

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