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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

X23 BDSMOT history

X23 BDS is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 31 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 217,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

X23 BDS white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
217,529 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
18,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 BDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 BDS was last recorded at 217,529 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,527 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
18,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,529 miles
  • 2025 – 173,406 miles
  • 2024 – 130,148 miles
  • 2023 – 121,969 miles
  • 2022 – 108,678 miles
  • 2021 – 98,573 miles
  • 2020 – 88,773 miles
  • 2019 – 75,963 miles
  • 2018 – 60,419 miles
  • 2017 – 45,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,529 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,529 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    217,529 miles
    Test number
    291031057451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail217,527 miles (+44,121)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,527 miles
    Test number
    620695263904
    • MajorBrake cable damaged SNAPPED (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured MIRROR (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured MIRROR (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass173,406 miles (+43,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    173,406 miles
    Test number
    266648203687
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential sump pan damaged (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,148 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    130,148 miles
    Test number
    391024711682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,145 miles (+3,761)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,145 miles
    Test number
    599380359801
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,384 miles (+4,415)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    126,384 miles
    Test number
    763951348855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass121,969 miles (+13,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    121,969 miles
    Test number
    905080755128
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass108,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,678 miles
    Test number
    229027969734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail108,675 miles (+10,102)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,675 miles
    Test number
    482125762306
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass98,573 miles (+9,800)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,573 miles
    Test number
    101035468165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,773 miles
    Test number
    179707260232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,770 miles (+12,807)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,770 miles
    Test number
    410279661738
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  13. Pass75,963 miles (+15,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    75,963 miles
    Test number
    881876073811
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass60,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,419 miles
    Test number
    526745151822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,419 miles (+14,552)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,419 miles
    Test number
    416537326306
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass45,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    45,867 miles
    Test number
    586876508775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,867 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,867 miles
    Test number
    725071197324
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about X23 BDS

Does X23 BDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 BDS is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 BDS?
The MOT on X23 BDS is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 BDS done?
X23 BDS was recorded at 217,529 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 18,038 miles a year.
Has X23 BDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 BDS has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 BDS 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 X23 BDS find?
X23 BDS passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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