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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T972 AFMMOT history

T972 AFM is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 24 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 196,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2022
Mileage
196,962 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2021
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T972 AFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T972 AFM was last recorded at 196,962 miles on 18 Oct 2021, 4,112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,850 miles · 21 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
4,112 miles
Average per year
5,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 196,962 miles
  • 2020 – 192,850 miles
  • 2019 – 187,862 miles
  • 2018 – 181,782 miles
  • 2017 – 177,360 miles
  • 2016 – 173,153 miles
  • 2015 – 170,221 miles
  • 2014 – 164,748 miles
  • 2013 – 158,345 miles
  • 2012 – 152,730 miles
  • 2011 – 145,342 miles
  • 2010 – 141,657 miles
  • 2009 – 136,699 miles
  • 2008 – 134,231 miles
  • 2007 – 128,792 miles
  • 2006 – 117,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,962 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both Side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,962 miles (+4,112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    196,962 miles
    Test number
    750823097557
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both Side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass192,850 miles (+4,988)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    192,850 miles
    Test number
    305511788725
    • AdvisoryBody Corroded All Around
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass187,862 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    187,862 miles
    Test number
    897874492109
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll Under Body General Corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front And Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both Front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail187,860 miles (+6,078)1 dangerous8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,860 miles
    Test number
    879528287952
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure So Insecure, Can Be Pulled Off (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective Excessive Travel, Brake Servo Not Working Effectively (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Headlight bulb Not Working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Holed And 30 cm Away From Leaf Spring Mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring with an unsafe modification Mount Has Wielding Around Surface (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Excessive Corrosion Under-sill 30 cm Away From Suspension Arm, Sub Frame (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass181,782 miles (+4,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    181,782 miles
    Test number
    519824317480
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met efficiency requirements
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  6. Pass177,360 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    177,360 miles
    Test number
    732187586227
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded outside prescribed area

  7. Fail177,355 miles (+4,202)12 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,355 miles
    Test number
    816814502216
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill x2 (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded outside prescribed area

  8. Pass173,153 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    173,153 miles
    Test number
    850871463947
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail173,124 miles (+2,903)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,124 miles
    Test number
    420271570521
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported abs (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded step (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass170,221 miles (+5,473)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    170,221 miles
    Test number
    117610015107
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSill corroded outside perscribed area

  11. Fail164,748 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,748 miles
    Test number
    666071924166
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass164,748 miles (+6,403)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    164,748 miles
    Test number
    688761224187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass158,345 miles (+186)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    158,345 miles
    Test number
    577861723145
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll side markers not working

  14. Fail158,159 miles (+5,429)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,159 miles
    Test number
    459064613154
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll side markers not working

  15. Pass152,730 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    152,730 miles
    Test number
    177423802110
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail152,676 miles (+119)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,676 miles
    Test number
    389036092095
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail152,557 miles (+7,215)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,557 miles
    Test number
    126079772056
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake warning light on ,on dash

  18. Pass145,342 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    145,342 miles
    Test number
    905470681059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail145,342 miles (+3,685)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,342 miles
    Test number
    997550481097
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail141,657 miles (+4,958)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,657 miles
    Test number
    634983900286
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass136,699 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    136,699 miles
    Test number
    531128409236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Fail136,699 miles (+2,468)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,699 miles
    Test number
    304262109445
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Pass134,231 miles (+5,439)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    134,231 miles
    Test number
    354576708290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass128,792 miles (+762)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    128,792 miles
    Test number
    272889277105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail128,030 miles (+10,755)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,030 miles
    Test number
    770472767128
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass117,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    117,275 miles
    Test number
    804305236128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail117,275 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,275 miles
    Test number
    464785836193
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Questions about T972 AFM

Does T972 AFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T972 AFM expired on 4 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T972 AFM?
The MOT on T972 AFM expired on 4 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T972 AFM done?
T972 AFM was recorded at 196,962 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2021, an average of 5,165 miles a year.
Has T972 AFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T972 AFM has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T972 AFM 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 T972 AFM find?
T972 AFM passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2021 with 4 advisories: front wheel bearing has slight play both side; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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