
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc
Y217 HFMMOT history
Y217 HFM is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 5 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 267,994 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 16 Jul 2025
- Mileage
- 267,994 mi
- At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
- MOT tests
- 26
- 15 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 8,039 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y217 HFM
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,151 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 5 Apr 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Jul 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y217 HFM was last recorded at 267,994 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 267,992 miles · 3 Jul 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 8,039 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 267,994 miles
- 2023 – 267,970 miles
- 2022 – 267,967 miles
- 2019 – 267,793 miles
- 2018 – 262,182 miles
- 2017 – 256,495 miles
- 2016 – 254,114 miles
- 2015 – 249,063 miles
- 2014 – 242,394 miles
- 2013 – 232,852 miles
- 2011 – 221,276 miles
- 2010 – 207,413 miles
- 2009 – 186,043 miles
- 2008 – 170,418 miles
- 2007 – 145,575 miles
- 2006 – 119,644 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront x member corroded not within 30 cm of mounting pointRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Front lower sill inner and outer corroded not within 30 cm of mounting pointRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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 x member corroded
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged
Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to chassis
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
26 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass267,994 miles (+2)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 267,994 miles
- Test number
- 944061625267
- AdvisoryFront x member corroded not within 30 cm of mounting point
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front lower sill inner and outer corroded not within 30 cm of mounting point
- AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
Fail267,992 miles (+22)6 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 267,992 miles
- Test number
- 132903782621
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront x member corroded not within 30 cm of mounting point
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front lower sill inner and outer corroded not within 30 cm of mounting point
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
Fail267,970 miles (+3)5 dangerous11 major23 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 267,970 miles
- Test number
- 721055525556
- DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arche (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ache (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arche (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront chassis member heavily corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened include both leaf spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder vehicle heavily undersealed
- AdvisoryVehicle chassis corroded
Pass267,967 miles (+1)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 267,967 miles
- Test number
- 551349676815
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Fail267,966 miles (+1)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 267,966 miles
- Test number
- 126282032541
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Fail267,965 miles (+172)1 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 267,965 miles
- Test number
- 674863037457
- DangerousSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected front subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded centre (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear x member by spring hangers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear shock mounts corroded
Pass267,793 miles (+30)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 267,793 miles
- Test number
- 652073451357
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront x member corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Fail267,763 miles (+5,581)6 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 267,763 miles
- Test number
- 316976506306
- MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner quarter pannels (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner quarter pannels (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront x member corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Pass262,182 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 262,182 miles
- Test number
- 831285856107
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront x member corroded
- AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill corroded
Fail262,182 miles (+5,687)9 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 262,182 miles
- Test number
- 511134685965
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront x member corroded
- AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill corroded
Pass256,495 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 256,495 miles
- Test number
- 776509281951
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Fail256,495 miles (+2,381)4 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 256,495 miles
- Test number
- 732886871985
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Pass254,114 miles (+6)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 254,114 miles
- Test number
- 163251056786
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt locking mechanism cover missing
- AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt retracting mechanism slightly rough
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Fail254,108 miles (+5,045)6 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 254,108 miles
- Test number
- 612857318331
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt locking mechanism cover missing
- AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt retracting mechanism slightly rough
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Pass249,063 miles (+6,669)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 249,063 miles
- Test number
- 816953455130
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Pass242,394 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 242,394 miles
- Test number
- 569271364182
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail242,394 miles (+9,542)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 242,394 miles
- Test number
- 969941164102
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass232,852 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 232,852 miles
- Test number
- 526601263102
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail232,852 miles (+11,576)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 232,852 miles
- Test number
- 156896753130
- FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureFront Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
- FailureRear Brake linkage excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
Pass221,276 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 221,276 miles
- Test number
- 707327821346
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail221,276 miles (+13,863)3 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 221,276 miles
- Test number
- 798407621370
- Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass207,413 miles (+21,370)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 207,413 miles
- Test number
- 244588320389
- NoteBrake pipes n/s and o/s front corroded
- NoteFront brake pads getting down
- NoteGeneral underbody corrosion in places
- NoteRear shock absorber covers corroded
Pass186,043 miles (+15,625)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 186,043 miles
- Test number
- 152568129421
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass170,418 miles (+24,843)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 170,418 miles
- Test number
- 380141338003
- NoteALL FRONT ANTIROLL BAR BUSHES WORN
- NoteBOTH FRONT BOTTOM JOINTS 3MM LIFT
- NoteBOTH REAR TYRES WORN TO LIMIT
- NoteREAR OF SILENCER CRACKED
Pass145,575 miles (+25,931)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 145,575 miles
- Test number
- 962597717098
- NoteSlight play in bottom swivel joints
Pass119,644 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 119,644 miles
- Test number
- 341383236072
- NoteSlight play in both bottom swivel joints
Questions about Y217 HFM
- Does Y217 HFM currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y217 HFM expired on 16 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y217 HFM?
- The MOT on Y217 HFM expired on 16 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y217 HFM done?
- Y217 HFM was recorded at 267,994 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 8,039 miles a year.
- Has Y217 HFM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y217 HFM has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2024.
- Has the mileage on Y217 HFM 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 Y217 HFM find?
- Y217 HFM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2024 with 6 advisories: front x member corroded not within 30 cm of mounting point; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front lower sill inner and outer corroded not within 30 cm of mounting point, and 3 more.
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