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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

V29 BEDMOT history

V29 BED is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 7 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 222,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

V29 BED grey Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Dec 2026
Mileage
222,654 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 BED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 BED was last recorded at 222,654 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 14,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,806 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
14,848 miles
Average per year
11,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 222,654 miles
  • 2024 – 207,806 miles
  • 2023 – 191,429 miles
  • 2022 – 175,159 miles
  • 2021 – 160,780 miles
  • 2020 – 154,458 miles
  • 2019 – 148,738 miles
  • 2018 – 143,469 miles
  • 2016 – 131,354 miles
  • 2015 – 109,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,654 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,654 miles (+14,848)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    222,654 miles
    Test number
    715340611741
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass207,806 miles (+799)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    207,806 miles
    Test number
    837272552348
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail207,007 miles (+15,578)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,007 miles
    Test number
    977052523954
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure brackets corroded and insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% reading, limit 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear o/s/r rear brake pads wear sensor appears to be melted
  4. Pass191,429 miles (+17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    191,429 miles
    Test number
    787446851439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryA/c blower on dash ? not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryService brake travel
  5. Fail191,412 miles (+16,253)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,412 miles
    Test number
    499186993532
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements broken (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake pedal travel
  6. Pass175,159 miles (+14,379)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    175,159 miles
    Test number
    235046521442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass160,780 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    160,780 miles
    Test number
    586361980352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail160,430 miles (+5,972)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,430 miles
    Test number
    580415987485
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking front of tank on fitting (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass154,458 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    154,458 miles
    Test number
    533508661979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass152,173 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    152,173 miles
    Test number
    675865683479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass148,738 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    148,738 miles
    Test number
    715356527072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail148,736 miles (+5,267)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,736 miles
    Test number
    218082760824
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  13. Pass143,469 miles (+12,115)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    143,469 miles
    Test number
    904178828269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass131,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    131,354 miles
    Test number
    903113451201
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail131,351 miles (+22,311)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,351 miles
    Test number
    357946348290
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass109,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,040 miles
    Test number
    451324223662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V29 BED

Does V29 BED currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 BED is valid until 27 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V29 BED?
The MOT on V29 BED is valid until 27 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 BED done?
V29 BED was recorded at 222,654 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 11,019 miles a year.
Has V29 BED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 BED has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V29 BED 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 V29 BED find?
V29 BED passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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