
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc
T79 CERMOT history
T79 CER is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 218,367 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 8 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 218,367 mi
- At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 19 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 3,841 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T79 CER
- 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
- 7 May 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 23 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T79 CER was last recorded at 218,367 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 3,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 215,209 miles · 9 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,158 miles
- Average per year
- 3,841 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 218,367 miles
- 2025 – 215,209 miles
- 2023 – 210,564 miles
- 2022 – 210,501 miles
- 2021 – 206,927 miles
- 2020 – 200,960 miles
- 2019 – 197,568 miles
- 2018 – 195,248 miles
- 2017 – 186,904 miles
- 2016 – 183,782 miles
- 2014 – 177,425 miles
- 2013 – 167,395 miles
- 2012 – 167,283 miles
- 2011 – 165,212 miles
- 2010 – 162,041 miles
- 2009 – 157,756 miles
- 2008 – 153,826 miles
- 2007 – 147,043 miles
- 2006 – 141,763 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
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.
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In front of LSV
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
28 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass218,367 miles (+3,158)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 218,367 miles
- Test number
- 697244514170
- MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass215,209 miles (+29)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 215,209 miles
- Test number
- 724993924960
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In front of LSV (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
Fail215,180 miles (+4,616)1 dangerous4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 215,180 miles
- Test number
- 707265782921
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In front of LSV (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
Pass210,564 miles (+28)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 210,564 miles
- Test number
- 186381728107
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail210,536 miles (+35)4 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 210,536 miles
- Test number
- 165191363616
- MajorBrake valve leaking load sensing valve (1.1.7 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail210,501 miles (+3,574)5 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 210,501 miles
- Test number
- 763457243702
- MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
- MajorFront Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
- MajorHand operated control valve connection loose (1.1.5 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads 4 mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass206,927 miles (+5,967)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 206,927 miles
- Test number
- 135253236514
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass200,960 miles (+3,392)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 200,960 miles
- Test number
- 363526898033
- AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass197,568 miles (+58)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 197,568 miles
- Test number
- 469543589748
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
Fail197,510 miles (+2,262)1 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 197,510 miles
- Test number
- 264687935411
- MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
Pass195,248 miles (+1,858)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 195,248 miles
- Test number
- 407448959758
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass193,390 miles (+6,486)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 193,390 miles
- Test number
- 654533834153
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass186,904 miles (+55)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 186,904 miles
- Test number
- 336087099735
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail186,849 miles (+3,067)10 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,849 miles
- Test number
- 288318460684
- FailureBrake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
- FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureBrake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)
- FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working dim (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak engine
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass183,782 miles (+34)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 183,782 miles
- Test number
- 444330928995
- AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)
Fail183,748 miles (+6,323)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,748 miles
- Test number
- 446085945106
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)
Pass177,425 miles (+10,030)5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 177,425 miles
- Test number
- 467819174223
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOSR corner bumper missing
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass167,395 miles (+112)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 167,395 miles
- Test number
- 439985613116
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass167,283 miles (+2,071)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 167,283 miles
- Test number
- 136178702180
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteBoth front tyres slightly perished.
- NoteFront windscreen slightly chipped.
- NoteSlight play in both front steering rack ends.
Pass165,212 miles (+3,171)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 165,212 miles
- Test number
- 505960701234
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NoteFront windscreen slightly chipped.
- NoteSlight play in both front steering rack ends.
Pass162,041 miles (+102)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 162,041 miles
- Test number
- 274240690101
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail161,939 miles (+4,183)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 161,939 miles
- Test number
- 820761880149
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteNearside front windscreen slightly chipped.
- NoteOffside front head light cracked.
- NoteSlight play in both front rack ends.
Pass157,756 miles (+3,930)6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 157,756 miles
- Test number
- 141157689172
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteSlight play in steering rack
Pass153,826 miles (+286)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 153,826 miles
- Test number
- 840883208249
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail153,540 miles (+6,497)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,540 miles
- Test number
- 264293198439
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Pass147,043 miles (+5,280)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 147,043 miles
- Test number
- 802844787123
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass141,763 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 141,763 miles
- Test number
- 690515096131
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail141,758 miles1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,758 miles
- Test number
- 783105196176
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Questions about T79 CER
- Does T79 CER currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T79 CER is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T79 CER?
- The MOT on T79 CER is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T79 CER done?
- T79 CER was recorded at 218,367 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 3,841 miles a year.
- Has T79 CER ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T79 CER has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on T79 CER 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 T79 CER find?
- T79 CER passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front brake hose slightly damaged both sides; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside inner track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.
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