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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

V16 PGSMOT history

V16 PGS is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 141,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

V16 PGS silver Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
141,096 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V16 PGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V16 PGS was last recorded at 141,096 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,085 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
7,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,096 miles
  • 2025 – 128,488 miles
  • 2023 – 111,151 miles
  • 2022 – 104,630 miles
  • 2020 – 91,798 miles
  • 2019 – 80,488 miles
  • 2017 – 70,274 miles
  • 2016 – 64,922 miles
  • 2015 – 59,751 miles
  • 2014 – 51,774 miles
  • 2013 – 42,383 miles
  • 2012 – 34,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,096 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,096 miles (+11)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    141,096 miles
    Test number
    715179517676
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,085 miles (+12,597)2 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,085 miles
    Test number
    651558459028
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,488 miles (+9)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,488 miles
    Test number
    662920330937
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively back uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear doors corroded,

  4. Fail128,479 miles (+17,328)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,479 miles
    Test number
    461579360636
    • MajorNearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Sliding door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Drivers door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively back uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear doors corroded,

  5. Pass111,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,151 miles
    Test number
    894581213920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail111,151 miles (+753)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,151 miles
    Test number
    302010307370
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass110,398 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,398 miles
    Test number
    295371203521
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail110,397 miles (+5,767)3 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,397 miles
    Test number
    270375993025
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least four more brake applications after the warning device has operated (or gauge shows an unsafe reading) (1.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass104,630 miles (+37)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,630 miles
    Test number
    642866725107
    • DangerousParking brake lever has excess travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail104,593 miles (+12,795)3 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,593 miles
    Test number
    355400290486
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake lever has excess travel
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass91,798 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,798 miles
    Test number
    929958458106
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail91,798 miles (+11,310)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,798 miles
    Test number
    606487114186
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass80,488 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,488 miles
    Test number
    983309120939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear door corroded

  14. Fail80,488 miles (+10,214)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,488 miles
    Test number
    149748393057
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear door corroded

  15. Pass70,274 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,274 miles
    Test number
    348123117749
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISC INNER FACE POOR CONDTION PITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF LEAKING

  16. Fail70,271 miles (+5,349)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,271 miles
    Test number
    507912073545
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISC INNER FACE POOR CONDTION PITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF LEAKING

  17. Pass64,922 miles (+5,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,922 miles
    Test number
    699007921892
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine smoke to clean to check

  18. Pass59,751 miles (+7,977)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,751 miles
    Test number
    298816255079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,774 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,774 miles
    Test number
    189318244073
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding

  20. Fail51,774 miles (+9,391)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,774 miles
    Test number
    307028544029
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding

  21. Pass42,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,383 miles
    Test number
    199110063020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,383 miles (+8,057)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,383 miles
    Test number
    616970963070
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass34,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,326 miles
    Test number
    378111962033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V16 PGS

Does V16 PGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V16 PGS is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V16 PGS?
The MOT on V16 PGS is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V16 PGS done?
V16 PGS was recorded at 141,096 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 7,351 miles a year.
Has V16 PGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V16 PGS has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V16 PGS 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 V16 PGS find?
V16 PGS passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing, and 3 more.

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