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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T997 SCDMOT history

T997 SCD is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 180,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
180,415 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T997 SCD
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
1 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T997 SCD was last recorded at 180,415 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2012: 15,036 miles, lower than 146,133 miles on 25 Mar 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
180,410 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,415 miles
  • 2025 – 179,714 miles
  • 2024 – 178,764 miles
  • 2023 – 177,629 miles
  • 2019 – 172,226 miles
  • 2018 – 171,547 miles
  • 2017 – 170,298 miles
  • 2016 – 165,655 miles
  • 2015 – 162,016 miles
  • 2014 – 160,714 miles
  • 2013 – 156,186 miles
  • 2012 – 15,036 miles
  • 2011 – 146,133 miles
  • 2010 – 141,749 miles
  • 2009 – 140,382 miles
  • 2008 – 131,517 miles
  • 2007 – 125,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,415 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Slight travel in footbrake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,415 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    180,415 miles
    Test number
    896301167078
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,410 miles (+696)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,410 miles
    Test number
    123940195143
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass179,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    179,714 miles
    Test number
    576803621130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail179,714 miles (+950)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,714 miles
    Test number
    679124272291
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Axle modified so that vehicle stability is impaired (5.1.1 (c) (ii))

  5. Pass178,764 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    178,764 miles
    Test number
    351586776329
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight travel in footbrake

  6. Fail178,757 miles (+1,128)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,757 miles
    Test number
    441593756534
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced showing white light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 2x rear lights (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour showing white light (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear both rear tyres low in pressure
    • AdvisorySlight travel in footbrake

  7. Pass177,629 miles (+7)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    177,629 miles
    Test number
    242251115706
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail177,622 miles (+5,396)17 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,622 miles
    Test number
    391616524847
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass172,226 miles (+679)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    172,226 miles
    Test number
    533587248056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass171,547 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    171,547 miles
    Test number
    563886099808
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail171,545 miles (+1,247)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,545 miles
    Test number
    225612317324
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass170,298 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    170,298 miles
    Test number
    112317513804
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail170,294 miles (+4,639)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,294 miles
    Test number
    373245078342
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass165,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    165,655 miles
    Test number
    888216935358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    171304360450
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wing (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass162,016 miles (+1,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    162,016 miles
    Test number
    385903305125
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass160,714 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    160,714 miles
    Test number
    315990794009
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail160,711 miles (+4,525)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,711 miles
    Test number
    216846184099
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass156,186 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    156,186 miles
    Test number
    505199893054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail156,184 miles (+141,148)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,184 miles
    Test number
    158735293023
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Fail15,036 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,036 miles
    Test number
    145074692068
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass15,036 miles (-131,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    15,036 miles
    Test number
    416024692095
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass146,133 miles (+4,384)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    146,133 miles
    Test number
    467554781069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail141,749 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,749 miles
    Test number
    873856590041
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOffside headlamp

  25. Pass141,749 miles (+1,367)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    141,749 miles
    Test number
    962816190060
    • NoteOffside headlamp

  26. Pass140,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    140,382 miles
    Test number
    120455089088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail140,382 miles (+8,865)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,382 miles
    Test number
    123605989009
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

  28. Fail131,517 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,517 miles
    Test number
    594284458070
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOffside panhard rod bolt slightly loose but not insecure

  29. Pass131,517 miles (+6,346)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    131,517 miles
    Test number
    673474658075
    • NoteOffside panhard rod bolt slightly loose but not insecure

  30. Pass125,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    125,171 miles
    Test number
    941862657048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T997 SCD

Does T997 SCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T997 SCD is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T997 SCD?
The MOT on T997 SCD is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T997 SCD done?
T997 SCD was recorded at 180,415 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 2,900 miles a year.
Has T997 SCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T997 SCD has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T997 SCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T997 SCD find?
T997 SCD passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front tyre obviously under inflated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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