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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

V78 EPVMOT history

V78 EPV is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 155,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2025
Mileage
155,142 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2024
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 EPV
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
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 EPV was last recorded at 155,142 miles on 19 Sept 2024, 316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,826 miles · 25 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
316 miles
Average per year
2,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,142 miles
  • 2023 – 154,826 miles
  • 2022 – 154,647 miles
  • 2021 – 154,167 miles
  • 2020 – 150,920 miles
  • 2017 – 146,278 miles
  • 2016 – 143,293 miles
  • 2014 – 139,120 miles
  • 2013 – 132,161 miles
  • 2012 – 124,490 miles
  • 2010 – 117,108 miles
  • 2009 – 111,546 miles
  • 2007 – 109,755 miles
  • 2006 – 105,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,142 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR AND REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,142 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    155,142 miles
    Test number
    470805914088
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased

  2. Fail155,142 miles (+316)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,142 miles
    Test number
    994327835536
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased

  3. Pass154,826 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    154,826 miles
    Test number
    351467909543
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR AND REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED AND HOLED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySTEERING RACK HAS INTERNAL PLAY

  4. Fail154,826 miles (+179)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,826 miles
    Test number
    745345035992
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded BOTH FRONT (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR AND REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED AND HOLED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySTEERING RACK HAS INTERNAL PLAY

  5. Pass154,647 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,647 miles
    Test number
    789323347666
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail154,647 miles (+480)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,647 miles
    Test number
    690693303520
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass154,167 miles (+3,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    154,167 miles
    Test number
    993489751294
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass150,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    150,920 miles
    Test number
    358602158617
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  9. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    300796181339
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. FailMileage not read1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    122433139392
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    770695152248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    215685914434
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass146,278 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    146,278 miles
    Test number
    517888920598
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail146,275 miles (+2,982)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,275 miles
    Test number
    881579958750
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass143,293 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    143,293 miles
    Test number
    262342819506
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt stalk cover missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f indicator lense missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear reg plate deteriorated

  16. Fail143,289 miles (+4,169)12 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,289 miles
    Test number
    711066215867
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure base bolts loose (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and o/s/r outer sills (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven o/s slow to react (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt stalk cover missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f indicator lense missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear reg plate deteriorated

  17. Pass139,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    139,120 miles
    Test number
    109402744373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail139,120 miles (+6,959)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,120 miles
    Test number
    129142144381
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail132,161 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,161 miles
    Test number
    669293243358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass132,161 miles (+7,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    132,161 miles
    Test number
    846183443315
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass124,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    124,490 miles
    Test number
    498137342441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail124,490 miles (+7,382)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,490 miles
    Test number
    917437042344
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass117,108 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    117,108 miles
    Test number
    101902120006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Fail117,106 miles (+5,560)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,106 miles
    Test number
    121200620491
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass111,546 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    111,546 miles
    Test number
    500040229077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail111,546 miles (+1,791)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,546 miles
    Test number
    152830229480
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass109,755 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    109,755 miles
    Test number
    330104557383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteWindscreen has some light scratches in zone A & B

  28. Fail109,755 miles (+4,543)3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,755 miles
    Test number
    412284857317
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteWindscreen has some light scratches in zone A & B

  29. Pass105,212 miles (+3,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    105,212 miles
    Test number
    341003666317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass101,785 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    101,785 miles
    Test number
    601059116061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Fail101,732 miles8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,732 miles
    Test number
    330929406044
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight rear brake imbalance

Questions about V78 EPV

Does V78 EPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V78 EPV expired on 24 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V78 EPV?
The MOT on V78 EPV expired on 24 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V78 EPV done?
V78 EPV was recorded at 155,142 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2024, an average of 2,857 miles a year.
Has V78 EPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 EPV has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V78 EPV 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 V78 EPV find?
V78 EPV passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; all brake pipes greased.

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