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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,689 cc

V50 MHLMOT history

V50 MHL is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 6 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 169,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

V50 MHL white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
169,207 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 MHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 MHL was last recorded at 169,207 miles on 18 May 2026, 1,443 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,764 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,443 miles
Average per year
4,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,207 miles
  • 2025 – 167,764 miles
  • 2023 – 167,701 miles
  • 2022 – 167,530 miles
  • 2021 – 162,691 miles
  • 2020 – 159,149 miles
  • 2019 – 155,450 miles
  • 2018 – 150,840 miles
  • 2017 – 146,688 miles
  • 2016 – 141,636 miles
  • 2015 – 136,282 miles
  • 2014 – 132,094 miles
  • 2013 – 128,269 miles
  • 2012 – 121,888 miles
  • 2011 – 114,848 miles
  • 2010 – 107,865 miles
  • 2009 – 103,238 miles
  • 2008 – 97,727 miles
  • 2007 – 73,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,207 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear body excessively corroded but not within 30cm
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 3 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,207 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    169,207 miles
    Test number
    941450266881
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear body excessively corroded but not within 30cm
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Fail169,205 miles (+1,441)2 dangerous1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,205 miles
    Test number
    674028486184
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear body excessively corroded but not within 30cm
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. Pass167,764 miles (+1)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    167,764 miles
    Test number
    846463909737
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Fail167,763 miles (+62)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,763 miles
    Test number
    207440246159
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting both ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting both ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Pass167,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    167,701 miles
    Test number
    407214731122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,701 miles (+171)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,701 miles
    Test number
    856280731671
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength HANGER (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass167,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    167,530 miles
    Test number
    476432260479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail167,530 miles (+4,839)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,530 miles
    Test number
    128812982089
    • Repaired at testFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDES D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass162,691 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    162,691 miles
    Test number
    975139320762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail162,685 miles (+3,536)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,685 miles
    Test number
    810695280982
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced BOTH (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SPRING HANGER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SPRING HANGER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn BOTH D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass159,149 miles (+3,699)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    159,149 miles
    Test number
    726672616108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass155,450 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    155,450 miles
    Test number
    271937992878
    • MinorNearside Front Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail155,450 miles (+4,610)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,450 miles
    Test number
    349688763547
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Oxidization across lens causing splayed beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Oxidization across lens causing splayed beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass150,840 miles (+4,152)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    150,840 miles
    Test number
    555995885397
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre outer sidewall has abrasion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass146,688 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    146,688 miles
    Test number
    884756230386
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail146,620 miles (+4,984)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,620 miles
    Test number
    633160017126
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced nearside low effort (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass141,636 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    141,636 miles
    Test number
    245403443449
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  18. Fail141,577 miles (+5,295)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,577 miles
    Test number
    394856386761
    • FailureOffside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill x2 (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  19. Pass136,282 miles (+4,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    136,282 miles
    Test number
    573593473657
    • AdvisorySIGNS OF FUEL LEAK

  20. Pass132,094 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    132,094 miles
    Test number
    529209644360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Fail132,090 miles (+3,821)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,090 miles
    Test number
    138419144366
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass128,269 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    128,269 miles
    Test number
    529550743347
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on edges

  23. Fail128,266 miles (+6,378)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,266 miles
    Test number
    619940043389
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on edges

  24. Pass121,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    121,888 miles
    Test number
    427195242493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail121,884 miles (+7,036)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,884 miles
    Test number
    639455942393
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass114,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    114,848 miles
    Test number
    697703941334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail114,845 miles (+6,980)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,845 miles
    Test number
    446743341305
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass107,865 miles (+4,627)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    107,865 miles
    Test number
    492134340314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass103,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    103,238 miles
    Test number
    483493449361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail103,236 miles (+5,509)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,236 miles
    Test number
    191253149306
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSwivelling towbar swivel pin retaining device missing (6.6.5c)

  31. Pass97,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    97,727 miles
    Test number
    500887248349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  32. Fail97,722 miles (+24,134)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,722 miles
    Test number
    143927448365
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  33. Fail73,588 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,588 miles
    Test number
    354333807077
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass73,588 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    73,588 miles
    Test number
    423343207033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V50 MHL

Does V50 MHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 MHL is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V50 MHL?
The MOT on V50 MHL is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 MHL done?
V50 MHL was recorded at 169,207 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 4,936 miles a year.
Has V50 MHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 MHL has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V50 MHL 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 V50 MHL find?
V50 MHL passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 5 more.

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