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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

V85 RALMOT history

V85 RAL is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 13 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 124,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2023
Mileage
124,500 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2022
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,152 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V85 RAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V85 RAL was last recorded at 124,500 miles on 23 Jun 2022, 121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,379 miles · 14 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
121 miles
Average per year
4,152 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,500 miles
  • 2019 – 124,219 miles
  • 2018 – 122,601 miles
  • 2017 – 119,812 miles
  • 2016 – 116,293 miles
  • 2015 – 111,613 miles
  • 2014 – 107,823 miles
  • 2013 – 104,442 miles
  • 2012 – 98,506 miles
  • 2011 – 92,888 miles
  • 2010 – 86,020 miles
  • 2009 – 78,857 miles
  • 2008 – 71,944 miles
  • 2007 – 65,169 miles
  • 2006 – 57,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,500 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL RUSTY (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,500 miles (+121)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    124,500 miles
    Test number
    220182459546
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL RUSTY (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail124,379 miles (+160)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,379 miles
    Test number
    601315375469
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL RUSTY (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,219 miles
    Test number
    877087580309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail124,219 miles (+1,618)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,219 miles
    Test number
    929295934185
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass122,601 miles (+2,789)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    122,601 miles
    Test number
    435680108010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,812 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    119,812 miles
    Test number
    267701564178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass116,293 miles (+4,680)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    116,293 miles
    Test number
    481494610797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,613 miles (+3,790)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,613 miles
    Test number
    538517445138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,823 miles (+3,381)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    107,823 miles
    Test number
    398178844169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,442 miles (+5,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    104,442 miles
    Test number
    488828843124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass98,506 miles (+5,618)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,506 miles
    Test number
    389106432132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,888 miles (+6,868)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    92,888 miles
    Test number
    355495041169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,020 miles (+7,163)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    86,020 miles
    Test number
    820271030146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass78,857 miles (+6,913)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,857 miles
    Test number
    600703039154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,944 miles (+6,775)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    71,944 miles
    Test number
    450178928103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,169 miles (+7,652)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    65,169 miles
    Test number
    201248127193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    57,517 miles
    Test number
    562255826146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V85 RAL

Does V85 RAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V85 RAL expired on 22 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V85 RAL?
The MOT on V85 RAL expired on 22 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V85 RAL done?
V85 RAL was recorded at 124,500 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2022, an average of 4,152 miles a year.
Has V85 RAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V85 RAL has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on V85 RAL 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 V85 RAL find?
V85 RAL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2022 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all rusty; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corrosion, and 2 more.

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