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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T549 GUBMOT history

T549 GUB is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 206,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2024
Mileage
206,930 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T549 GUB
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
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T549 GUB was last recorded at 206,930 miles on 29 Nov 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,929 miles · 17 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 206,930 miles
  • 2022 – 199,378 miles
  • 2021 – 190,309 miles
  • 2020 – 177,837 miles
  • 2019 – 162,249 miles
  • 2014 – 155,389 miles
  • 2013 – 149,391 miles
  • 2012 – 142,781 miles
  • 2011 – 135,044 miles
  • 2010 – 126,691 miles
  • 2009 – 118,079 miles
  • 2008 – 109,523 miles
  • 2007 – 97,355 miles
  • 2006 – 83,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,930 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated prop dougnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front shock slight play in body to pistonRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside inner and outer sill corroded but outside prescribed areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,930 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    206,930 miles
    Test number
    493819050380
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated prop dougnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock slight play in body to piston
    • AdvisoryOffside inner and outer sill corroded but outside prescribed areas
  2. Fail206,929 miles (+7,551)9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,929 miles
    Test number
    208267510265
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x2 bits (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near rear shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated prop dougnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock slight play in body to piston
    • AdvisoryOffside inner and outer sill corroded but outside prescribed areas
  3. Pass199,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    199,378 miles
    Test number
    974968384932
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail199,378 miles (+9,069)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,378 miles
    Test number
    325067402823
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass190,309 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    190,309 miles
    Test number
    213686143312
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play rubber unbonded (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  6. Fail190,309 miles (+12,472)8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,309 miles
    Test number
    778106736863
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring hanger on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack leaking both end seals (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play rubber unbonded (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  7. Pass177,837 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    177,837 miles
    Test number
    255375303960
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both osf and nsf quite a lot of play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play vertical play only (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail177,836 miles (+15,587)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,836 miles
    Test number
    556711145793
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring mount x2 bits (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both osf and nsf quite a lot of play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play vertical play only (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass162,249 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    162,249 miles
    Test number
    428461625394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail162,244 miles (+6,855)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,244 miles
    Test number
    647190445554
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps badly corroded and thin
  11. Pass155,389 miles (+5,998)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    155,389 miles
    Test number
    407847664211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass149,391 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    149,391 miles
    Test number
    867062463259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass142,781 miles (+7,737)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    142,781 miles
    Test number
    327226852236
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside and offside front body mountings cracked
  14. Pass135,044 miles (+8,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    135,044 miles
    Test number
    128502951256
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  15. Pass126,691 miles (+8,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    126,691 miles
    Test number
    331883350246
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  16. Pass118,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    118,079 miles
    Test number
    304933759498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail118,079 miles (+8,556)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,079 miles
    Test number
    732812559275
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
  18. Pass109,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    109,523 miles
    Test number
    351979058278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail109,523 miles (+12,168)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,523 miles
    Test number
    713299258206
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass97,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    97,355 miles
    Test number
    150239447247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail97,355 miles (+13,744)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,355 miles
    Test number
    250298547222
    • FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  22. Pass83,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    83,611 miles
    Test number
    510074176117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail83,611 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,611 miles
    Test number
    911483176187
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Questions about T549 GUB

Does T549 GUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T549 GUB expired on 2 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T549 GUB?
The MOT on T549 GUB expired on 2 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T549 GUB done?
T549 GUB was recorded at 206,930 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2023, an average of 7,072 miles a year.
Has T549 GUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T549 GUB has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T549 GUB 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 T549 GUB find?
T549 GUB passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2023 with 6 advisories: central rear prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated prop dougnut; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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