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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T898 TCFMOT history

T898 TCF is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 6 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 225,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2023
Mileage
225,347 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T898 TCF
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
6 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T898 TCF was last recorded at 225,347 miles on 24 Sept 2022, 76 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,271 miles · 17 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
76 miles
Average per year
5,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 225,347 miles
  • 2021 – 225,271 miles
  • 2020 – 221,602 miles
  • 2019 – 216,957 miles
  • 2018 – 213,604 miles
  • 2017 – 208,288 miles
  • 2016 – 202,161 miles
  • 2015 – 197,279 miles
  • 2014 – 191,485 miles
  • 2013 – 186,316 miles
  • 2012 – 180,882 miles
  • 2011 – 175,006 miles
  • 2010 – 168,320 miles
  • 2009 – 160,314 miles
  • 2008 – 151,099 miles
  • 2007 – 141,663 miles
  • 2006 – 132,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,347 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Axle hub seals leaking (rear).

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear brake metal pipes corroding.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear number plate discolouring.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,347 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    225,347 miles
    Test number
    634534666359
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail225,347 miles (+76)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,347 miles
    Test number
    223079038460
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail225,271 miles (+3,669)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,271 miles
    Test number
    710193346688
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking engine area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal missing
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear hub seals excessive oil leaks
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack knuckles worn

  4. Pass221,602 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    221,602 miles
    Test number
    378487869967
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate cracked.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Chassis rail corroding.

  5. Fail221,600 miles (+4,643)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,600 miles
    Test number
    256610178246
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring hanger mtg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring hanger mtg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member at both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFrt no plate cracked

  6. Pass216,957 miles (+3,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    216,957 miles
    Test number
    733720628462
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass213,604 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    213,604 miles
    Test number
    418773557401
    • AdvisoryAxle hub seals leaking (rear).
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake metal pipes corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate discolouring.

  8. Fail213,602 miles (+5,314)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,602 miles
    Test number
    764305064854
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAxle hub seals leaking (rear).
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake metal pipes corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate discolouring.

  9. Pass208,288 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    208,288 miles
    Test number
    822537342732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWiperblades deteriorated

  10. Fail208,281 miles (+6,120)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,281 miles
    Test number
    174530337625
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWiperblades deteriorated

  11. Pass202,161 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    202,161 miles
    Test number
    226658601406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass197,279 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    197,279 miles
    Test number
    166491365030
    • NoteExcessive corrosion on nearside outer sill, not within prescribed area

  13. Fail197,279 miles (+5,794)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,279 miles
    Test number
    556031265061
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • NoteExcessive corrosion on nearside outer sill, not within prescribed area

  14. Pass191,485 miles (+5,169)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    191,485 miles
    Test number
    449703064045
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass186,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    186,316 miles
    Test number
    858160763033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail186,316 miles (+5,434)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,316 miles
    Test number
    847669053015
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass180,882 miles (+5,876)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    180,882 miles
    Test number
    209126962034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass175,006 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    175,006 miles
    Test number
    147906561012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail174,989 miles (+6,669)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,989 miles
    Test number
    517144261098
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail168,320 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,320 miles
    Test number
    412015660030
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear half shafts leaking oil

  21. Pass168,320 miles (+8,006)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    168,320 miles
    Test number
    724965360059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear half shafts leaking oil

  22. Pass160,314 miles (+9,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    160,314 miles
    Test number
    913259469028
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Pass151,099 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    151,099 miles
    Test number
    483410278083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Fail151,076 miles (+9,413)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,076 miles
    Test number
    271058868072
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass141,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    141,663 miles
    Test number
    270510067011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail141,659 miles (+9,468)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,659 miles
    Test number
    670790467073
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  27. Pass132,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    132,191 miles
    Test number
    700630466044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T898 TCF

Does T898 TCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T898 TCF expired on 23 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T898 TCF?
The MOT on T898 TCF expired on 23 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T898 TCF done?
T898 TCF was recorded at 225,347 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2022, an average of 5,623 miles a year.
Has T898 TCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T898 TCF has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T898 TCF 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 T898 TCF find?
T898 TCF passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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