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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Yellow · Diesel · 2000 · 2,151 cc

X78 JNSMOT history

X78 JNS is a yellow diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 11 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 125,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

X78 JNS yellow Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
125,227 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 JNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
11 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 JNS was last recorded at 125,227 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,780 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,447 miles
Average per year
3,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,227 miles
  • 2025 – 123,780 miles
  • 2024 – 123,655 miles
  • 2023 – 122,896 miles
  • 2022 – 122,013 miles
  • 2021 – 121,321 miles
  • 2019 – 120,016 miles
  • 2018 – 119,090 miles
  • 2017 – 118,537 miles
  • 2016 – 118,041 miles
  • 2015 – 116,375 miles
  • 2014 – 111,179 miles
  • 2013 – 104,471 miles
  • 2012 – 97,874 miles
  • 2011 – 91,874 miles
  • 2009 – 82,231 miles
  • 2008 – 69,497 miles
  • 2006 – 48,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,227 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre section (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAll welding repairs coated in thick underseal
  • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakendRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Body has an unsafe modification hole nearside rear sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at exhuast front pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Some components on underside of vehicle coated in underseal not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,227 miles (+1,447)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    125,227 miles
    Test number
    983073151920
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll welding repairs coated in thick underseal
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

  2. Pass123,780 miles (+125)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    123,780 miles
    Test number
    610669307190
    • AdvisoryEDC light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll welding coated in thick underseal
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

  3. Fail123,655 miles (+759)1 dangerous11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,655 miles
    Test number
    794451022718
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification hole nearside rear inner sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification hole nearside rear inner step (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification hole nearside rear sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification hole on offisde front inner step (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification holes along offside front inner and outer sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification holes along rear step panel (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle coated in thick underseal not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

  4. Pass122,896 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    122,896 miles
    Test number
    302561357075
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at exhuast front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle coated in underseal not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

  5. Fail122,884 miles (+871)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,884 miles
    Test number
    604412327670
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification hole nearside front floor (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification hole nearside rear sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification hole offside front sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at exhuast front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle coated in underseal not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

  6. Pass122,013 miles (+692)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,013 miles
    Test number
    946093841800
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass121,321 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    121,321 miles
    Test number
    420595879182
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail121,314 miles5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,314 miles
    Test number
    437985661771
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail121,314 miles (+1,298)4 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,314 miles
    Test number
    443522874098
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFuel hose chafing Due to Fuel Filter housing being insecure (6.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass120,016 miles (+926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,016 miles
    Test number
    832307946194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/70/15c (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/70/15c (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass119,090 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,090 miles
    Test number
    330013861199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail119,090 miles (+553)2 dangerous14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,090 miles
    Test number
    558132916374
    • DangerousNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass118,537 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,537 miles
    Test number
    836491565339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail118,535 miles (+494)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,535 miles
    Test number
    153525814930
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight suspect seized coupling (2.2.D.1)

  15. Pass118,041 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    118,041 miles
    Test number
    531842161283
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail118,041 miles (+1,666)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,041 miles
    Test number
    378358590084
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass116,375 miles (+5,196)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,375 miles
    Test number
    205389585081
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDiff seals leaking

  18. Pass111,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    111,179 miles
    Test number
    437032294039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail111,179 miles (+6,708)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,179 miles
    Test number
    878091794061
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass104,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,471 miles
    Test number
    579382893079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,471 miles (+6,597)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,471 miles
    Test number
    176484183091
    • FailureAnti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (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)

  22. Pass97,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,874 miles
    Test number
    798834192012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail97,874 miles (+6,000)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,874 miles
    Test number
    529444592008
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass91,874 miles (+9,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,874 miles
    Test number
    895605391033
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass82,231 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    82,231 miles
    Test number
    550591419362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail82,122 miles (+12,625)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,122 miles
    Test number
    490817209321
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass69,497 miles (+21,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    69,497 miles
    Test number
    100224098433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass48,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    462547696049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X78 JNS

Does X78 JNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X78 JNS is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X78 JNS?
The MOT on X78 JNS is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X78 JNS done?
X78 JNS was recorded at 125,227 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,828 miles a year.
Has X78 JNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 JNS has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on X78 JNS 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 X78 JNS find?
X78 JNS passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre section; all welding repairs coated in thick underseal, and 1 more.

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