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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T890 LBUMOT history

T890 LBU is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 199,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2025
Mileage
199,720 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T890 LBU
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
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T890 LBU was last recorded at 199,720 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 3,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,669 miles · 14 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
3,051 miles
Average per year
6,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 199,720 miles
  • 2023 – 196,669 miles
  • 2022 – 194,262 miles
  • 2021 – 188,524 miles
  • 2020 – 183,008 miles
  • 2019 – 175,695 miles
  • 2018 – 166,450 miles
  • 2017 – 158,162 miles
  • 2016 – 152,966 miles
  • 2015 – 145,464 miles
  • 2014 – 138,929 miles
  • 2013 – 129,269 miles
  • 2012 – 123,178 miles
  • 2011 – 119,932 miles
  • 2010 – 111,449 miles
  • 2009 – 104,850 miles
  • 2008 – 98,874 miles
  • 2007 – 92,043 miles
  • 2006 – 85,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,720 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal grip insecure
  • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both n/s and o/s
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension components, underbody and bodywork corroded

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • N/s front wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass199,720 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    199,720 miles
    Test number
    297701422286
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal grip insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension components, underbody and bodywork corroded

  2. Fail199,720 miles (+3,051)1 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,720 miles
    Test number
    710220521590
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tail light insecure
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal grip insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension components, underbody and bodywork corroded

  3. Pass196,669 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    196,669 miles
    Test number
    957326700700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail196,667 miles (+2,405)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,667 miles
    Test number
    427124558819
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sillo (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted wing (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass194,262 miles (+5,738)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    194,262 miles
    Test number
    782185831849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged

  6. Pass188,524 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    188,524 miles
    Test number
    760775467630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail188,518 miles (+5,510)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,518 miles
    Test number
    607876437097
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bump stop mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength around bump stop mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced of cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass183,008 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    183,008 miles
    Test number
    579925299582
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail183,006 miles (+7,311)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,006 miles
    Test number
    480194519247
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass175,695 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    175,695 miles
    Test number
    213050897973
    • AdvisoryN/s front wheel arch corroded

  11. Fail175,684 miles (+9,234)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,684 miles
    Test number
    280865135235
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s front wheel arch corroded

  12. Pass166,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    166,450 miles
    Test number
    118750387370
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail166,450 miles (+8,288)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,450 miles
    Test number
    976826753313
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass158,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    158,162 miles
    Test number
    293870186581
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear chassis corroded

  15. Fail158,162 miles (+5,196)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,162 miles
    Test number
    997837540194
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear chassis corroded

  16. Pass152,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    152,966 miles
    Test number
    100871436264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail152,966 miles (+7,502)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,966 miles
    Test number
    134662611934
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass145,464 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    145,464 miles
    Test number
    277557775460
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail145,464 miles (+6,535)11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,464 miles
    Test number
    259286275196
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass138,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    138,929 miles
    Test number
    925367774156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail138,929 miles (+9,660)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,929 miles
    Test number
    325935474125
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  22. Pass129,269 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    129,269 miles
    Test number
    946828273135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail129,268 miles (+6,090)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,268 miles
    Test number
    198871773155
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass123,178 miles (+3,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    123,178 miles
    Test number
    228111772496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail119,932 miles2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,932 miles
    Test number
    407629971159
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass119,932 miles (+8,483)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    119,932 miles
    Test number
    629339571142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass111,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,449 miles
    Test number
    262379850404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail111,447 miles (+6,597)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,447 miles
    Test number
    762619950111
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass104,850 miles (+5,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    104,850 miles
    Test number
    514604779191
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  30. Pass98,874 miles (+6,831)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    98,874 miles
    Test number
    321452668153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass92,043 miles (+6,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    92,043 miles
    Test number
    474694867191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass85,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    85,355 miles
    Test number
    530664176170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T890 LBU

Does T890 LBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T890 LBU expired on 18 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T890 LBU?
The MOT on T890 LBU expired on 18 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T890 LBU done?
T890 LBU was recorded at 199,720 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 6,328 miles a year.
Has T890 LBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T890 LBU has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T890 LBU 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 T890 LBU find?
T890 LBU passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; accelerator pedal grip insecure; central prop shaft bearing has slight play, and 6 more.

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