
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc
T965 RTVMOT history
T965 RTV is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 191,517 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 191,517 mi
- At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 17 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 6,664 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T965 RTV
- 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
- 17 May 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T965 RTV was last recorded at 191,517 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 18,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 172,821 miles · 14 Aug 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 18,696 miles
- Average per year
- 6,664 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 191,517 miles
- 2023 – 172,821 miles
- 2022 – 165,584 miles
- 2020 – 157,923 miles
- 2018 – 148,303 miles
- 2016 – 141,618 miles
- 2015 – 135,370 miles
- 2014 – 127,642 miles
- 2012 – 115,639 miles
- 2011 – 93,833 miles
- 2009 – 83,882 miles
- 2008 – 71,373 miles
- 2007 – 64,262 miles
- 2006 – 56,177 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryCorrosion under and around vehicle
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 Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2018
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022
Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012
Full MOT history
29 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass191,517 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 191,517 miles
- Test number
- 121860162546
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryCorrosion under and around vehicle
PassMileage not read8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2026
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 627604614444
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCorrosion all over vehicle
FailMileage not read1 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 260121038146
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCorrosion all over vehicle
FailMileage not read4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 831806427744
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOver all body corrosion
Pass172,821 miles (+26)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 172,821 miles
- Test number
- 219047881961
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail172,795 miles (+7,211)3 dangerous1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,795 miles
- Test number
- 350723153595
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass165,584 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 165,584 miles
- Test number
- 205610782320
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySurface rust on both sills
PassMileage not read5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 969766313813
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt buckle damaged but still functional
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
FailMileage not read5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 565847701984
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt buckle damaged but still functional
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass157,923 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 157,923 miles
- Test number
- 259896994377
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront brake disc's lipped
- AdvisoryNsr and osr hub seals damp
- AdvisoryOs reverse light inop
- AdvisorySlight play in ns and os inner steering joints
- AdvisoryX2 nails in osf tyre (1 in edge of tread)
Fail157,923 miles11 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,923 miles
- Test number
- 698616726139
- MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment no reserve travel (1.1.15 (f))
- MajorNearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps ns and os (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront brake disc's lipped
- AdvisoryNsr and osr hub seals damp
- AdvisoryOs reverse light inop
- AdvisorySlight play in ns and os inner steering joints
- AdvisoryX2 nails in osf tyre (1 in edge of tread)
PassMileage not read2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 817687959615
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
FailMileage not read6 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 571356385265
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass148,303 miles (+21)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 148,303 miles
- Test number
- 212107625369
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail148,282 miles (+6,664)5 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,282 miles
- Test number
- 362287372266
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill areas inner and outer (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill areas in front of rear wheel (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill areas in front rear of wheel (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill areas behind rear wheel (2.4.A.3)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass141,618 miles (+8)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 141,618 miles
- Test number
- 420689228739
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail141,610 miles (+6,240)4 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,610 miles
- Test number
- 181164430235
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill areas (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure leaf to axle (2.4.B.7b)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill areas (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch areas (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill areas (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryVehicle wet at time of test
Pass135,370 miles (+7,728)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 135,370 miles
- Test number
- 378834265116
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Pass127,642 miles4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 127,642 miles
- Test number
- 866084764054
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail127,642 miles (+12,003)4 failures5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,642 miles
- Test number
- 155198054024
- FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass115,639 miles (+23)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 115,639 miles
- Test number
- 629009842394
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail115,616 miles (+21,783)17 failures3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,616 miles
- Test number
- 405542332350
- FailureBrake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
- FailureBrake valve corroded and excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass93,833 miles (+9)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 93,833 miles
- Test number
- 426562391169
- 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)
- 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)
- NoteSpare tyre defective
- NoteNear side parking brake effiency down
Fail93,824 miles (+9,942)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,824 miles
- Test number
- 969787981134
- FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- 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)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- 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)
- NoteSpare tyre defective
- NoteNear side parking brake effiency down
Pass83,882 miles (+12,509)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 83,882 miles
- Test number
- 652865649399
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,373 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2009
- Odometer
- 71,373 miles
- Test number
- 252584948489
- NoteNail in nearside front tyre
FailMileage not read7 failures5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 233450638189
- FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteNail in nearside front tyre
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
- NoteWear in steering rack
Pass64,262 miles (+8,085)2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2008
- Odometer
- 64,262 miles
- Test number
- 122311237194
- 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)
- NoteSpare tyre defective
- NoteFront roll bar bushes worn
- NoteNear side front suspension close to bump stop
Pass56,177 miles6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2007
- Odometer
- 56,177 miles
- Test number
- 481605826189
- NoteN/s/f brake pads low
- NoteN/s/r shock absorber lower bush worn
- NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge
- NotePlay in both front lower balljoints
- NotePlay in o/s steering rack
- NoteSlight play in both front lower anti roll bar links
Questions about T965 RTV
- Does T965 RTV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T965 RTV is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T965 RTV?
- The MOT on T965 RTV is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T965 RTV done?
- T965 RTV was recorded at 191,517 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 6,664 miles a year.
- Has T965 RTV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T965 RTV has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
- Has the mileage on T965 RTV 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 T965 RTV find?
- T965 RTV passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; corrosion under and around vehicle.
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