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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T443 VUGMOT history

T443 VUG is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 181,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2023
Mileage
181,182 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2022
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T443 VUG
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
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T443 VUG was last recorded at 181,182 miles on 4 Feb 2022, 2,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Apr 2009: 90,760 miles, lower than 110,210 miles on 15 Dec 2007.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
179,032 miles · 10 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,150 miles
Average per year
5,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 181,182 miles
  • 2021 – 179,032 miles
  • 2018 – 160,128 miles
  • 2017 – 153,117 miles
  • 2016 – 146,084 miles
  • 2015 – 133,207 miles
  • 2013 – 98,102 miles
  • 2012 – 93,952 miles
  • 2010 – 90,761 miles
  • 2009 – 90,760 miles
  • 2007 – 110,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,182 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to Offside front flexi (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front d bushes (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front b posts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded Going from front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Slight play in both front inner steering arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,182 miles (+2,150)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    181,182 miles
    Test number
    372809582295
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to Offside front flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front d bushes (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,032 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    179,032 miles
    Test number
    717019615144
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to Offside front flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front b posts (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    403417395970
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to offside front flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front b posts (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    390571323203
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underneath has corrosion all over but not considered excessive

  5. Pass160,128 miles (+7,011)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    160,128 miles
    Test number
    871121484235
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Going from front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner and outer sills (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner steering arms
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

  6. Pass153,117 miles (+7,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    153,117 miles
    Test number
    137341732153
    • AdvisoryVehicle underneath has slight corrosion

  7. Pass146,084 miles (+12,877)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    146,084 miles
    Test number
    322235315958
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded going from front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner steering arms

  8. Pass133,207 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    133,207 miles
    Test number
    827250935047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFull exhuast system deteriorated

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    999297434040
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteFull exhaust slightly deteriorated

  10. FailMileage not read8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    339686634093
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteFull exhaust slightly deteriorated

  11. Pass98,102 miles (+4,150)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,102 miles
    Test number
    177388063465
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFull exhaust system deteriorated

  12. Pass93,952 miles (+3,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    93,952 miles
    Test number
    727990312095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass90,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,761 miles
    Test number
    380374480074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail90,761 miles (+1)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,761 miles
    Test number
    893534180063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass90,760 miles (-19,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    90,760 miles
    Test number
    623418719108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Pass110,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    110,210 miles
    Test number
    853009147342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T443 VUG

Does T443 VUG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T443 VUG expired on 9 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T443 VUG?
The MOT on T443 VUG expired on 9 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T443 VUG done?
T443 VUG was recorded at 181,182 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2022, an average of 5,019 miles a year.
Has T443 VUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T443 VUG has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2014.
Has the mileage on T443 VUG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T443 VUG find?
T443 VUG passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2022 with 4 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to offside front flexi; seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front d bushes, and 1 more.

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