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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T638 KVHMOT history

T638 KVH is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 23 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 184,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
184,330 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T638 KVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T638 KVH was last recorded at 184,330 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,281 miles · 30 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,330 miles
  • 2025 – 184,281 miles
  • 2024 – 182,965 miles
  • 2023 – 182,320 miles
  • 2022 – 182,315 miles
  • 2021 – 181,625 miles
  • 2020 – 180,988 miles
  • 2019 – 179,618 miles
  • 2018 – 179,603 miles
  • 2017 – 178,882 miles
  • 2015 – 177,124 miles
  • 2014 – 176,678 miles
  • 2013 – 175,298 miles
  • 2012 – 174,460 miles
  • 2011 – 173,646 miles
  • 2010 – 172,776 miles
  • 2009 – 171,599 miles
  • 2008 – 171,100 miles
  • 2007 – 169,845 miles
  • 2005 – 165,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,330 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns and os (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded but not within any prescribed areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

34 tests since 30 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,330 miles (+49)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    184,330 miles
    Test number
    548887624354
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns and os (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded but not within any prescribed areas

  2. Fail184,281 miles (+634)1 dangerous8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,281 miles
    Test number
    401136692695
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns and os (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded but not within any prescribed areas

  3. Pass183,647 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    183,647 miles
    Test number
    647722452861
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail183,634 miles (+669)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,634 miles
    Test number
    613699169651
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass182,965 miles (+645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    182,965 miles
    Test number
    821460500927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass182,320 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    182,320 miles
    Test number
    150724506873
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail182,315 miles (+673)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,315 miles
    Test number
    988234624189
    • MajorCab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting both sides, inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested rear exhaust broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner wheel ach/wing holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill holed but not with 30cm (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass181,642 miles (+17)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    181,642 miles
    Test number
    648581579946
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front crossmember

  9. Fail181,625 miles (+637)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,625 miles
    Test number
    980720475767
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust fractured (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust fractured (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front crossmember

  10. Pass180,988 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    180,988 miles
    Test number
    525544784516
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member holed/corroded

  11. Fail180,988 miles (+640)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,988 miles
    Test number
    655223384710
    • MajorCab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting both rear spring hanger mountings (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorCab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting rear cross member/ tow bar (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner sill/step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner sill and step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member holed/corroded

  12. Pass180,348 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,348 miles
    Test number
    767737968688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail180,332 miles (+714)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,332 miles
    Test number
    981616090644
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass179,618 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    179,618 miles
    Test number
    769813758664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail179,603 miles (+721)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,603 miles
    Test number
    383253572992
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass178,882 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    178,882 miles
    Test number
    115707016790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass178,159 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    178,159 miles
    Test number
    119735477662
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both rear wheelarches (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion front panal (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail178,158 miles (+1,034)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,158 miles
    Test number
    111893834071
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion offside step underneath (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both rear wheelarches (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion front panal (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass177,124 miles (+446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    177,124 miles
    Test number
    812749553642
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear wheelarch corosion

  20. Pass176,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    176,678 miles
    Test number
    998677554387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail176,678 miles (+410)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,678 miles
    Test number
    468276854343
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass176,268 miles (+970)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    176,268 miles
    Test number
    438073574096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear wheelarch slight corosion

  23. Pass175,298 miles (+838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    175,298 miles
    Test number
    977757163068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass174,460 miles (+814)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    174,460 miles
    Test number
    945002962063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass173,646 miles (+870)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    173,646 miles
    Test number
    308526451097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass172,776 miles (+1,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    172,776 miles
    Test number
    833527350002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass171,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    171,599 miles
    Test number
    802129579034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail171,599 miles (+499)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,599 miles
    Test number
    202497579090
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

  29. Pass171,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    171,100 miles
    Test number
    942188178044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail171,100 miles (+1,255)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,100 miles
    Test number
    771097478015
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  31. Pass169,845 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    169,845 miles
    Test number
    671088937018
    • NoteOffside mirror glass damaged not affecting rear view
    • NoteOffside seat belt catch outer casing damaged not affecting opperation

  32. Fail169,845 miles (+3,960)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,845 miles
    Test number
    173148037431
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside mirror glass damaged not affecting rear view

  33. Pass165,885 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    165,885 miles
    Test number
    354002515432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail165,882 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,882 miles
    Test number
    900441415259
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T638 KVH

Does T638 KVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T638 KVH is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T638 KVH?
The MOT on T638 KVH is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T638 KVH done?
T638 KVH was recorded at 184,330 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 901 miles a year.
Has T638 KVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T638 KVH has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T638 KVH 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 T638 KVH find?
T638 KVH passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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