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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,151 cc

V3 OPTMOT history

V3 OPT is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 25 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

V3 OPT silver Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,364 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V3 OPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V3 OPT was last recorded at 116,364 miles on 23 Jun 2023, 3,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,818 miles · 10 May 2022
Between the last two tests
3,546 miles
Average per year
8,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 116,364 miles
  • 2022 – 112,818 miles
  • 2021 – 107,999 miles
  • 2019 – 96,209 miles
  • 2018 – 87,582 miles
  • 2017 – 86,191 miles
  • 2016 – 80,209 miles
  • 2015 – 78,138 miles
  • 2014 – 63,727 miles
  • 2013 – 41,503 miles
  • 2012 – 34,829 miles
  • 2011 – 20,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing due to corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing due to corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    699713918386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read5 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    611632461220
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    594224513102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. FailMileage not read1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    846761823179
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Fail116,364 miles (+3,546)2 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,364 miles
    Test number
    599132215898
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear reflector missing both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play center (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo smoke test completed/ exhaust missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak at gearbox and rear diff

  6. Pass112,818 miles (+169)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    112,818 miles
    Test number
    305041135596
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing due to corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing due to corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  7. Fail112,649 miles (+1,043)1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,649 miles
    Test number
    816940665151
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing due to corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp does not hold a steady light
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing due to corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  8. Fail111,606 miles (+3,607)1 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,606 miles
    Test number
    780674251431
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing due to corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing due to corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  9. Pass107,999 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,999 miles
    Test number
    523615427737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  10. Fail107,983 miles (+11,774)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,983 miles
    Test number
    746350894839
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  11. Pass96,209 miles (+8,627)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    96,209 miles
    Test number
    419234680191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,582 miles (+1,391)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    87,582 miles
    Test number
    272409777267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,191 miles (+185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,191 miles
    Test number
    746308641021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Fail86,006 miles (+5,797)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,006 miles
    Test number
    528111672481
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass80,209 miles (+2,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,209 miles
    Test number
    894933643951
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass78,138 miles (+14,411)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    78,138 miles
    Test number
    347401395183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,727 miles (+22,224)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,727 miles
    Test number
    897853714217
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass41,503 miles (+6,674)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    41,503 miles
    Test number
    428429273113
    • NoteNearside dropside not fitted at time of test
    • NoteTailboard not fitted at time of test

  19. Pass34,829 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,829 miles
    Test number
    278577682457
    • NotePinion oil seal leaking

  20. Fail34,829 miles (+14,738)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,829 miles
    Test number
    846527082121
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePinion oil seal leaking

  21. Pass20,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,091 miles
    Test number
    539172971189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V3 OPT

Does V3 OPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V3 OPT is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V3 OPT?
The MOT on V3 OPT is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V3 OPT done?
V3 OPT was recorded at 116,364 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2023, an average of 8,019 miles a year.
Has V3 OPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V3 OPT has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V3 OPT 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 V3 OPT find?
V3 OPT passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 14 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 11 more.

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