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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y226 JGXMOT history

Y226 JGX is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 25 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

Y226 JGX blue Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2024
Mileage
116,978 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 JGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 JGX was last recorded at 116,978 miles on 5 May 2023, 5,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,874 miles · 19 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,104 miles
Average per year
4,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 116,978 miles
  • 2021 – 111,874 miles
  • 2019 – 108,266 miles
  • 2018 – 106,556 miles
  • 2017 – 106,102 miles
  • 2016 – 104,932 miles
  • 2015 – 100,689 miles
  • 2014 – 92,931 miles
  • 2013 – 87,017 miles
  • 2012 – 80,210 miles
  • 2011 – 71,795 miles
  • 2010 – 64,725 miles
  • 2009 – 58,495 miles
  • 2008 – 55,925 miles
  • 2007 – 52,457 miles
  • 2006 – 46,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,978 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront both front headlights cloudy
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,978 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    116,978 miles
    Test number
    251500433724
    • AdvisoryFront both front headlights cloudy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail116,978 miles (+5,104)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,978 miles
    Test number
    570727404392
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both front headlights cloudy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass111,874 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    111,874 miles
    Test number
    888297645368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail111,874 miles (+3,608)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,874 miles
    Test number
    983778483117
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass108,266 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    544484302512
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail108,210 miles (+1,654)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,210 miles
    Test number
    850730419977
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass106,556 miles (+26)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,556 miles
    Test number
    501890982633
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail106,530 miles (+428)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,530 miles
    Test number
    341444540834
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass106,102 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,102 miles
    Test number
    416971404639
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail106,102 miles (+1,170)3 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,102 miles
    Test number
    646574082903
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass104,932 miles (+15)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    104,932 miles
    Test number
    189379384004
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades rubber perishing

  12. Fail104,917 miles (+4,228)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,917 miles
    Test number
    731842599091
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades rubber perishing

  13. Pass100,689 miles (+7,758)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,689 miles
    Test number
    337150855115
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass92,931 miles (+5,914)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    92,931 miles
    Test number
    695308324130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,017 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,017 miles
    Test number
    209398323478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail87,017 miles (+6,807)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,017 miles
    Test number
    576478423129
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass80,210 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    80,210 miles
    Test number
    547620332130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  18. Fail80,151 miles (+8,356)4 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,151 miles
    Test number
    748345522194
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Pass71,795 miles (+7,070)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,795 miles
    Test number
    337410121196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Pass64,725 miles (+6,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,725 miles
    Test number
    272686700406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass58,495 miles (+2,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,495 miles
    Test number
    930686109152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass55,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,925 miles
    Test number
    313312898059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,916 miles (+3,459)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,916 miles
    Test number
    733852598017
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  24. Pass52,457 miles (+6,247)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,457 miles
    Test number
    431928987096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    46,210 miles
    Test number
    221623296067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y226 JGX

Does Y226 JGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y226 JGX expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y226 JGX?
The MOT on Y226 JGX expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y226 JGX done?
Y226 JGX was recorded at 116,978 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 4,142 miles a year.
Has Y226 JGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 JGX has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y226 JGX 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 Y226 JGX find?
Y226 JGX passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 7 advisories: front both front headlights cloudy; nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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