
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,689 cc
Y257 CHOMOT history
Y257 CHO is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 15 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 328,404 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 10 Sept 2025
- Mileage
- 328,404 mi
- At MOT on 11 Sept 2024
- MOT tests
- 24
- 17 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 11,705 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y257 CHO
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,689 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 15 May 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 10 Sept 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Sept 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y257 CHO was last recorded at 328,404 miles on 11 Sept 2024, 27,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 301,279 miles · 11 Sept 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 27,125 miles
- Average per year
- 11,705 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 328,404 miles
- 2023 – 301,279 miles
- 2022 – 268,009 miles
- 2021 – 258,082 miles
- 2020 – 229,282 miles
- 2018 – 212,653 miles
- 2017 – 209,433 miles
- 2016 – 204,997 miles
- 2015 – 203,468 miles
- 2014 – 203,247 miles
- 2013 – 203,090 miles
- 2012 – 202,817 miles
- 2011 – 200,327 miles
- 2010 – 186,867 miles
- 2009 – 167,884 miles
- 2007 – 141,748 miles
- 2006 – 119,808 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryChassis/subframes corroded
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
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.
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011
Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018
Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010
Full MOT history
24 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass328,404 miles (+27,125)1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 328,404 miles
- Test number
- 238275470169
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryChassis/subframes corroded
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
Pass301,279 miles (+33,270)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 301,279 miles
- Test number
- 760419303348
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass268,009 miles (+9,927)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 268,009 miles
- Test number
- 221441722757
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Pass258,082 miles (+28,800)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 258,082 miles
- Test number
- 442581951759
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass229,282 miles (+16,629)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 229,282 miles
- Test number
- 498092787734
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass212,653 miles (+2)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 212,653 miles
- Test number
- 457967813745
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryGlow plug light on
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Mudguard insecure
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle
Fail212,651 miles (+3,218)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 212,651 miles
- Test number
- 739895485255
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective wont open (3.1 (c))
- 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))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryGlow plug light on
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Mudguard insecure
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle
Pass209,433 miles (+5)15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 209,433 miles
- Test number
- 538231412553
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryCoil Light on
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryPassenger seats not tested
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded
Fail209,428 miles (+4,431)2 failures8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,428 miles
- Test number
- 989605028425
- FailureNearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Various areas (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryPassenger seats not tested
- AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded
Pass204,997 miles (+1,529)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 204,997 miles
- Test number
- 467869689034
- AdvisoryBonnet difficult to open
- AdvisoryBoth beam patterns weak but still visable
- AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses slightly deteriorated
- AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin
- AdvisoryFuel cap slightly deteriorated
- AdvisoryN/s repeater lens cracked
- AdvisoryN/s/f bumper corner temporarily secured
- AdvisoryProduct on both headlights
- AdvisorySlight corrosion in front brake pipes
- AdvisorySlight play in both inner rack ends
- AdvisorySpare wheel missing
Pass203,468 miles (+221)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 203,468 miles
- Test number
- 515804165142
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBrake fluid resivor cap missing
Pass203,247 miles (+157)2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 203,247 miles
- Test number
- 359829464190
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteN/s/f bumper loose
Fail203,090 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 203,090 miles
- Test number
- 227828873463
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteN/s/f brake wear sensor snapped
- NotePipes hidden by fuel tank
- NoteTemp cap fitted to resivoir
Pass203,090 miles (+273)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 203,090 miles
- Test number
- 535478073107
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteN/s/f brake wear sensor snapped
- NotePipes hidden by fuel tank
- NoteTemp cap fitted to resivoir
Pass202,817 miles (+2,490)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 202,817 miles
- Test number
- 276044172418
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass200,327 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 200,327 miles
- Test number
- 229153971465
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- 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)
Fail200,327 miles (+13,460)9 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 200,327 miles
- Test number
- 429032971193
- FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
- FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- FailureRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- 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)
Pass186,867 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 186,867 miles
- Test number
- 693502870145
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail186,867 miles (+18,983)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,867 miles
- Test number
- 610700170167
- DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)
- FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass167,884 miles (+6)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 167,884 miles
- Test number
- 751760379142
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteMany body pannels damaged
Fail167,878 miles (+26,130)4 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 167,878 miles
- Test number
- 580089569185
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteMany body pannels damaged
Pass141,748 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 141,748 miles
- Test number
- 904283807357
- AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
- NoteMany body pannels damaged
Fail141,743 miles (+21,935)4 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,743 miles
- Test number
- 940533707325
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
- NoteMany body pannels damaged
Pass119,808 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 119,808 miles
- Test number
- 111990726303
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y257 CHO
- Does Y257 CHO currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y257 CHO expired on 10 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y257 CHO?
- The MOT on Y257 CHO expired on 10 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y257 CHO done?
- Y257 CHO was recorded at 328,404 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2024, an average of 11,705 miles a year.
- Has Y257 CHO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y257 CHO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2018.
- Has the mileage on Y257 CHO 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 Y257 CHO find?
- Y257 CHO passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all, and 6 more.
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