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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Lpg · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T4 DBDMOT history

T4 DBD is a blue lpg Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 194,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
194,637 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 DBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Lpg
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 DBD was last recorded at 194,637 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,635 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 194,637 miles
  • 2024 – 193,034 miles
  • 2023 – 185,754 miles
  • 2022 – 181,192 miles
  • 2021 – 177,301 miles
  • 2020 – 171,133 miles
  • 2019 – 164,484 miles
  • 2018 – 156,666 miles
  • 2017 – 150,394 miles
  • 2016 – 144,724 miles
  • 2015 – 139,996 miles
  • 2014 – 134,722 miles
  • 2013 – 129,398 miles
  • 2012 – 125,531 miles
  • 2011 – 117,848 miles
  • 2010 – 110,971 miles
  • 2009 – 105,443 miles
  • 2008 – 97,507 miles
  • 2007 – 86,987 miles
  • 2006 – 79,886 miles
  • 2005 – 68,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,637 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass194,637 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    194,637 miles
    Test number
    915905980246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail194,635 miles (+1,601)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,635 miles
    Test number
    142628289600
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing no bulb holders (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass193,034 miles (+2,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    193,034 miles
    Test number
    217056971033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail191,034 miles (+5,280)14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,034 miles
    Test number
    386811653623
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle with loose fixing bolts (5.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle with loose fixing bolts (5.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass185,754 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    185,754 miles
    Test number
    708986208857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass181,192 miles (+3,891)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    181,192 miles
    Test number
    531208311035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass177,301 miles (+6,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    177,301 miles
    Test number
    884012486564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass171,133 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    171,133 miles
    Test number
    927257404396
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail171,130 miles (+6,646)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,130 miles
    Test number
    289711052991
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass164,484 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    164,484 miles
    Test number
    164215938348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail164,483 miles (+7,817)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,483 miles
    Test number
    486083510201
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both brake pipes front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass156,666 miles (+6,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    156,666 miles
    Test number
    245973058898
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on o/s chassis

  13. Pass150,394 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    150,394 miles
    Test number
    862519087260
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount broken away from exhaust

  14. Fail150,394 miles (+5,670)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,394 miles
    Test number
    213136876892
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount broken away from exhaust

  15. Pass144,724 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    144,724 miles
    Test number
    424669935367
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail144,720 miles (+4,724)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,720 miles
    Test number
    496984657479
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass139,996 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    139,996 miles
    Test number
    936906387595
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail139,978 miles (+5,256)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,978 miles
    Test number
    733954423680
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass134,722 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    134,722 miles
    Test number
    969308514344
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail134,721 miles (+5,323)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,721 miles
    Test number
    928505514368
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass129,398 miles (+3,867)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    129,398 miles
    Test number
    189999403314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass125,531 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    125,531 miles
    Test number
    118770422363
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  23. Fail125,530 miles (+221)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,530 miles
    Test number
    558348412374
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  24. Fail125,309 miles (+7,461)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,309 miles
    Test number
    956071902302
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass117,848 miles (+6,877)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    117,848 miles
    Test number
    436364101460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass110,971 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    110,971 miles
    Test number
    993370010338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail110,970 miles (+5,527)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,970 miles
    Test number
    652077600326
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass105,443 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    105,443 miles
    Test number
    921899509378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail105,365 miles (+7,858)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,365 miles
    Test number
    824717609307
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass97,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    97,507 miles
    Test number
    362452318354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail97,507 miles (+10,520)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,507 miles
    Test number
    674389008355
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  32. Fail86,987 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,987 miles
    Test number
    202351017317
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass86,987 miles (+7,101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    86,987 miles
    Test number
    262401217311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  34. Pass79,886 miles (+11,441)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    79,886 miles
    Test number
    583502396207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass68,445 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    68,445 miles
    Test number
    422680405429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail68,382 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,382 miles
    Test number
    310298395491
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Questions about T4 DBD

Does T4 DBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 DBD is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 DBD?
The MOT on T4 DBD is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 DBD done?
T4 DBD was recorded at 194,637 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 6,266 miles a year.
Has T4 DBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 DBD has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 DBD 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 T4 DBD find?
T4 DBD passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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