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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,151 cc

X748 FHEMOT history

X748 FHE is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 7 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 248,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

X748 FHE white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
248,226 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X748 FHE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X748 FHE was last recorded at 248,226 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 1,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
246,972 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,254 miles
Average per year
5,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 248,226 miles
  • 2025 – 246,972 miles
  • 2024 – 241,143 miles
  • 2022 – 236,433 miles
  • 2021 – 234,384 miles
  • 2019 – 230,161 miles
  • 2018 – 224,712 miles
  • 2017 – 210,354 miles
  • 2016 – 210,310 miles
  • 2015 – 203,373 miles
  • 2014 – 199,409 miles
  • 2013 – 191,769 miles
  • 2012 – 189,185 miles
  • 2011 – 185,504 miles
  • 2010 – 181,942 miles
  • 2009 – 168,755 miles
  • 2008 – 158,564 miles
  • 2006 – 140,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass248,226 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Glow plug light on continuously

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass248,226 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    248,226 miles
    Test number
    430735492072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass246,972 miles (+5,829)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    246,972 miles
    Test number
    206589637990
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support bar corroded and detached one end
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill holed not within 30cm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill holed not within 30cm
    • AdvisoryGlow plug warning light illuminated amber

  3. Pass241,143 miles (+4,710)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    241,143 miles
    Test number
    721335473890
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth rubber worn (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on continuously

  4. Pass236,433 miles (+2,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    236,433 miles
    Test number
    667325863945
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on continuously

  5. Pass234,384 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    234,384 miles
    Test number
    707871931632
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill holed
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light constantly illuminated

  6. Fail234,384 miles (+4,223)1 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,384 miles
    Test number
    892888763463
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill holed
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light constantly illuminated

  7. Pass230,161 miles (+5,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    230,161 miles
    Test number
    837141874214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass224,712 miles (+14,358)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    224,712 miles
    Test number
    699873123383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass210,354 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    210,354 miles
    Test number
    479064339265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Pass210,310 miles (+6,937)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    210,310 miles
    Test number
    568379432490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded, not with in a prescribed area

  11. Pass203,373 miles (+3,964)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    203,373 miles
    Test number
    538083675191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass199,409 miles (+7,640)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    199,409 miles
    Test number
    875913364185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass191,769 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    191,769 miles
    Test number
    699539443143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail191,752 miles (+2,567)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,752 miles
    Test number
    209782043142
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass189,185 miles (+3,681)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    189,185 miles
    Test number
    398591172148
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass185,504 miles (+3,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    185,504 miles
    Test number
    819944261136
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail181,942 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,942 miles
    Test number
    170982840429
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass181,942 miles (+13,187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    181,942 miles
    Test number
    550732740030
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass168,755 miles (+10,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    168,755 miles
    Test number
    421632729060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass158,564 miles (+17,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    158,564 miles
    Test number
    114684728447
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass140,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    140,608 miles
    Test number
    804089136322
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X748 FHE

Does X748 FHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X748 FHE is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X748 FHE?
The MOT on X748 FHE is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X748 FHE done?
X748 FHE was recorded at 248,226 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 5,487 miles a year.
Has X748 FHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X748 FHE has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on X748 FHE 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 X748 FHE find?
X748 FHE passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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