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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T980 HRVMOT history

T980 HRV is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 180,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
180,835 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T980 HRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T980 HRV was last recorded at 180,835 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,827 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,835 miles
  • 2025 – 178,469 miles
  • 2024 – 174,209 miles
  • 2022 – 166,993 miles
  • 2021 – 158,004 miles
  • 2020 – 154,844 miles
  • 2019 – 152,681 miles
  • 2018 – 148,339 miles
  • 2017 – 138,788 miles
  • 2016 – 134,475 miles
  • 2015 – 133,401 miles
  • 2014 – 132,788 miles
  • 2013 – 132,146 miles
  • 2012 – 131,295 miles
  • 2011 – 129,882 miles
  • 2010 – 128,080 miles
  • 2009 – 126,963 miles
  • 2008 – 125,379 miles
  • 2007 – 122,179 miles
  • 2006 – 113,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,835 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2 (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • 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, 2011–2014

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,835 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    180,835 miles
    Test number
    320300269414
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail180,827 miles (+2,358)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,827 miles
    Test number
    530797476802
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass178,469 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    178,469 miles
    Test number
    533030283386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail178,461 miles (+4,252)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,461 miles
    Test number
    956892731730
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive outer axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass174,209 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    174,209 miles
    Test number
    495066285166
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail174,201 miles (+7,208)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,201 miles
    Test number
    758150315997
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass166,993 miles (+8,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    166,993 miles
    Test number
    244146096743
    • AdvisoryAdvise general corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass158,004 miles (+3,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    158,004 miles
    Test number
    193465028093
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass154,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    154,844 miles
    Test number
    438839932311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail154,843 miles (+6)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,843 miles
    Test number
    893753580611
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

  11. Fail154,837 miles (+2,156)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,837 miles
    Test number
    122338759835
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S Rear tyre worn smooth on inner and outer edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass152,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    152,681 miles
    Test number
    979480036868
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail152,681 miles (+4,342)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,681 miles
    Test number
    107115621345
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass148,339 miles (+9,551)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    148,339 miles
    Test number
    463580304476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass138,788 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    138,788 miles
    Test number
    292760331458
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail138,786 miles (+4,311)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,786 miles
    Test number
    802828677879
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass134,475 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    134,475 miles
    Test number
    326704630522
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel slight grab
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail134,475 miles (+1,074)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,475 miles
    Test number
    470548826828
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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 inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel slight grab
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass133,401 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    133,401 miles
    Test number
    898228675081
    • NoteN/s/r inner body corroded

  20. Fail133,401 miles (+613)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,401 miles
    Test number
    216476975081
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Note2 nearside side markers inoprative
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

  21. Pass132,788 miles (+642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,788 miles
    Test number
    469577034085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass132,146 miles (+851)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    132,146 miles
    Test number
    605591923125
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little 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)

  23. Pass131,295 miles (+27)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    131,295 miles
    Test number
    945707132101
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust box/tail pipe rusty
    • NoteSteering rack noisey.
    • NoteTow unit not fitted on time of test,mounting frame inspected.

  24. Fail131,268 miles (+1,386)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,268 miles
    Test number
    759743332177
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust box/tail pipe rusty
    • NoteSteering rack noisey.
    • NoteTow unit not fitted on time of test,mounting frame inspected.

  25. Pass129,882 miles (+1,802)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    129,882 miles
    Test number
    185061631188
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe to flexi has surface corrosion

  26. Pass128,080 miles (+1,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    128,080 miles
    Test number
    193420030152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass126,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    126,963 miles
    Test number
    202886229195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail126,963 miles (+1,584)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,963 miles
    Test number
    431205129193
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  29. Pass125,379 miles (+3,200)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    125,379 miles
    Test number
    963411238146
    • NoteExaust tailpipe corroded

  30. Pass122,179 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    122,179 miles
    Test number
    694720117199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail121,459 miles (+7,629)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,459 miles
    Test number
    801829787095
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  32. Pass113,830 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    113,830 miles
    Test number
    524536476055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail113,827 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,827 miles
    Test number
    684306966088
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about T980 HRV

Does T980 HRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T980 HRV is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T980 HRV?
The MOT on T980 HRV is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T980 HRV done?
T980 HRV was recorded at 180,835 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 3,291 miles a year.
Has T980 HRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T980 HRV has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T980 HRV 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 T980 HRV find?
T980 HRV passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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