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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 2,151 cc

T7 DBFMOT history

T7 DBF is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 29 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 136,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
136,839 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 DBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 DBF was last recorded at 136,839 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 3,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,548 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,291 miles
Average per year
6,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,839 miles
  • 2025 – 133,548 miles
  • 2024 – 126,934 miles
  • 2023 – 120,582 miles
  • 2022 – 115,060 miles
  • 2021 – 108,737 miles
  • 2020 – 95,011 miles
  • 2018 – 83,388 miles
  • 2017 – 79,731 miles
  • 2016 – 74,394 miles
  • 2015 – 67,437 miles
  • 2014 – 54,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,839 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both front wheel bearings have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    136,839 miles
    Test number
    957962924351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail136,839 miles (+3,291)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,839 miles
    Test number
    852355394107
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass133,548 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    133,548 miles
    Test number
    823685054229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,395 miles (+6,461)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,395 miles
    Test number
    887674748560
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both rear 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed EML light on and excessive black smoke under acceleration (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack arm has play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar eye bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar eye bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,934 miles (+6,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    126,934 miles
    Test number
    894598293678
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,582 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,582 miles
    Test number
    707884336534
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake effort low

  7. Fail120,579 miles (+5,519)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,579 miles
    Test number
    342123140871
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to dpf beening tamped with (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass115,060 miles (+6,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    115,060 miles
    Test number
    290444000070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass108,737 miles (+13,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,737 miles
    Test number
    348945173734
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass95,011 miles (+11,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,011 miles
    Test number
    410245262301
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,388 miles (+3,657)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,388 miles
    Test number
    901384386257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,731 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,731 miles
    Test number
    193032669386
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering arms have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar 'D' bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar link bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs excessively worn and have a lip on there outer edge also corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn and have a lip on there outer edge
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate camera poorly placed

  13. Fail79,731 miles (+40)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,731 miles
    Test number
    328736929470
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/65/16c (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering arms have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar 'D' bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar link bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs excessively worn and have a lip on there outer edge also corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn and have a lip on there outer edge
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate camera poorly placed

  14. Fail79,691 miles (+5,297)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,691 miles
    Test number
    131406771954
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 235/65/16c (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn and have a lip on there outer edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar links have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have multiple cuts to tread
    • AdvisoryLicense plate camera poorly placed. registration plate still visible and not likely to be misread
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp but no leak found. suspect residue to be engine oil

  15. Pass74,394 miles (+6,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,394 miles
    Test number
    339442954560
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass67,437 miles (+13,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,437 miles
    Test number
    617549185062
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass54,111 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,111 miles
    Test number
    707860974066
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

Questions about T7 DBF

Does T7 DBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T7 DBF is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T7 DBF?
The MOT on T7 DBF is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T7 DBF done?
T7 DBF was recorded at 136,839 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 6,832 miles a year.
Has T7 DBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 DBF has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 DBF 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 T7 DBF find?
T7 DBF passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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