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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T488 KWAMOT history

T488 KWA is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 7 of 12 MOT tests, with 178,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
178,772 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
12
7 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 KWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T488 KWA was last recorded at 178,772 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,766 miles · 18 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,772 miles
  • 2025 – 178,763 miles
  • 2016 – 170,135 miles
  • 2015 – 167,168 miles
  • 2012 – 163,096 miles
  • 2011 – 149,723 miles
  • 2010 – 148,723 miles
  • 2009 – 144,403 miles
  • 2008 – 135,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,772 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

12 tests since 27 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,772 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    178,772 miles
    Test number
    582500985060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail178,766 miles (+3)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,766 miles
    Test number
    240582926077
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail178,763 miles (+8,628)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,763 miles
    Test number
    673438511046
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed tail pipe missing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting tow bar area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear spring arear both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner steps (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass170,135 miles (+2,967)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    170,135 miles
    Test number
    533891253023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryDrivers window inop
    • AdvisoryShockers soft
    • AdvisorySteering wheel worn

  5. Pass167,168 miles (+4,072)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    167,168 miles
    Test number
    515088305001
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • NoteDrivers window inop
    • NoteFront shockers soft

  6. Pass163,096 miles (+13,373)11 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    163,096 miles
    Test number
    829672262246
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteGeneral body condition of van is poor
    • NoteIgnition switch hanging by its wires
    • NoteN/s inner doorhandle casing

  7. Pass149,723 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    149,723 miles
    Test number
    779220941186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  8. Fail149,718 miles (+995)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,718 miles
    Test number
    569720541157
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Fail148,723 miles (+4,320)11 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,723 miles
    Test number
    182775290290
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteDrivers seatbelt casing broken
    • NoteN/s/f nidecator lens missing

  10. Pass144,403 miles (+8,754)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    144,403 miles
    Test number
    140625509255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront numberplate starting to fade

  11. Pass135,649 miles (+129)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    135,649 miles
    Test number
    953244578076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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 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)

  12. Fail135,520 miles7 failures11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,520 miles
    Test number
    783098358076
    • FailureCentre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension surfaces heavily corroded.

Questions about T488 KWA

Does T488 KWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T488 KWA is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T488 KWA?
The MOT on T488 KWA is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T488 KWA done?
T488 KWA was recorded at 178,772 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 2,360 miles a year.
Has T488 KWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 KWA has failed 5 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T488 KWA 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 T488 KWA find?
T488 KWA passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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