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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y242 OMRMOT history

Y242 OMR is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 195,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2022.

Y242 OMR white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2022
Mileage
195,050 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 OMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y242 OMR was last recorded at 195,050 miles on 30 Sept 2022, 1,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,297 miles · 2 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,753 miles
Average per year
3,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 195,050 miles
  • 2021 – 193,297 miles
  • 2020 – 187,105 miles
  • 2019 – 181,208 miles
  • 2018 – 176,153 miles
  • 2017 – 173,092 miles
  • 2016 – 170,142 miles
  • 2015 – 168,675 miles
  • 2014 – 165,264 miles
  • 2013 – 160,412 miles
  • 2012 – 156,760 miles
  • 2011 – 153,954 miles
  • 2010 – 149,188 miles
  • 2009 – 145,870 miles
  • 2008 – 143,287 miles
  • 2007 – 138,993 miles
  • 2006 – 133,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail195,050 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both fronts no beam images displayed (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts and rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion along inner and outer body sills outside of prescribed areas

What MOT failures 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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail195,050 miles (+1,753)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,050 miles
    Test number
    695717484320
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both fronts no beam images displayed (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts and rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion along inner and outer body sills outside of prescribed areas

  2. Pass193,297 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    193,297 miles
    Test number
    290552177031
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail193,297 miles (+6,192)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,297 miles
    Test number
    254129057027
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass187,105 miles (+5,897)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    187,105 miles
    Test number
    780095516731
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion along body sills

  5. Pass181,208 miles (+87)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    181,208 miles
    Test number
    185446604866
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail181,121 miles (+4,968)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,121 miles
    Test number
    911707360307
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass176,153 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    176,153 miles
    Test number
    332985501282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass173,092 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    173,092 miles
    Test number
    754917168273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail173,088 miles (+2,946)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,088 miles
    Test number
    677720175921
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass170,142 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    170,142 miles
    Test number
    118042473354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWet test conditions

  11. Fail170,138 miles (+1,463)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,138 miles
    Test number
    350358166115
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWet test conditions

  12. Pass168,675 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    168,675 miles
    Test number
    537375975133
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail168,675 miles (+3,411)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,675 miles
    Test number
    178494475180
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass165,264 miles (+4,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    165,264 miles
    Test number
    747528774140
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass160,412 miles (+84)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    160,412 miles
    Test number
    909509363189
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe corroded.
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but still legible.
    • NoteRear light units damaged but not showing white light to rear.

  16. Fail160,328 miles (+3,568)13 failures8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,328 miles
    Test number
    755652763121
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe corroded.
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but still legible.
    • NoteRear light units damaged but not showing white light to rear.

  17. Pass156,760 miles (+44)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    156,760 miles
    Test number
    519630782197
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay detected in steering track rods

  18. Fail156,716 miles (+2,762)8 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,716 miles
    Test number
    437072372153
    • FailureCentre Brake slack adjuster has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay detected in steering track rods
    • NoteRear brake imbalance recommend further inspection
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect front suspension and steering due to excessive play in ball joints

  19. Pass153,954 miles (+4,766)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    153,954 miles
    Test number
    618459151118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass149,188 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    149,188 miles
    Test number
    293239270467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail149,137 miles (+3,267)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,137 miles
    Test number
    193523070196
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass145,870 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    145,870 miles
    Test number
    934261189151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass143,287 miles (+4,294)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    143,287 miles
    Test number
    100706318169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass138,993 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    138,993 miles
    Test number
    751620427114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail138,939 miles (+5,134)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,939 miles
    Test number
    450973017123
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass133,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    133,805 miles
    Test number
    801861116176
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y242 OMR

Does Y242 OMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 OMR expired on 1 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 OMR?
The MOT on Y242 OMR expired on 1 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 OMR done?
Y242 OMR was recorded at 195,050 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2022, an average of 3,725 miles a year.
Has Y242 OMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 OMR has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y242 OMR 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 Y242 OMR find?
Y242 OMR failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2022 with 8 major defects and 8 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear tailpipe; headlamp lens seriously defective both fronts no beam images displayed; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated, and 13 more.

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