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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y263 WCEMOT history

Y263 WCE is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 157,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2024.

Y263 WCE blue Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2025
Mileage
157,138 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y263 WCE
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
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y263 WCE was last recorded at 157,138 miles on 1 Aug 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,137 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,138 miles
  • 2021 – 156,563 miles
  • 2020 – 154,871 miles
  • 2019 – 151,937 miles
  • 2018 – 147,741 miles
  • 2017 – 143,533 miles
  • 2016 – 138,553 miles
  • 2015 – 131,477 miles
  • 2014 – 127,948 miles
  • 2013 – 125,793 miles
  • 2012 – 122,169 miles
  • 2011 – 116,952 miles
  • 2010 – 111,860 miles
  • 2009 – 106,327 miles
  • 2008 – 99,700 miles
  • 2007 – 94,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,138 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryMany parts of structure corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySome metal brake pipes surface rustedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySome parts of suspension corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,138 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    157,138 miles
    Test number
    502307304622
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMany parts of structure corroded
    • AdvisorySome metal brake pipes surface rusted
    • AdvisorySome parts of suspension corroded

  2. Fail157,137 miles (+574)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,137 miles
    Test number
    381849235636
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMany parts of structure corroded
    • AdvisorySome metal brake pipes surface rusted
    • AdvisorySome parts of suspension corroded

  3. Pass156,563 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    156,563 miles
    Test number
    575981872138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail156,548 miles (+1,677)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,548 miles
    Test number
    741288119548
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass154,871 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    154,871 miles
    Test number
    506048048542
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySills starting to rust

  6. Fail154,871 miles (+2,934)2 repaired4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,871 miles
    Test number
    259923157472
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySills starting to rust

  7. Pass151,937 miles (+4,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    151,937 miles
    Test number
    350450980136
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass147,741 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    147,741 miles
    Test number
    690342936608
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail147,741 miles (+4,208)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,741 miles
    Test number
    540374438361
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear park brake high

  10. Pass143,533 miles (+4,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    143,533 miles
    Test number
    347028676515
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySills rusty

  11. Pass138,553 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    138,553 miles
    Test number
    344626444313
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion body (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail138,553 miles (+7,076)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,553 miles
    Test number
    127828755540
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion body (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass131,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    131,477 miles
    Test number
    148841115263
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail131,477 miles (+3,529)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,477 miles
    Test number
    639091715296
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass127,948 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    127,948 miles
    Test number
    296478214241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S passenger seat belt slow to retract
    • NoteO/S/F brake flexi starting to crack

  16. Fail127,948 miles (+2,155)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,948 miles
    Test number
    698068914249
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S passenger seat belt slow to retract
    • NoteO/S/F brake flexi starting to crack

  17. Pass125,793 miles (+3,624)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    125,793 miles
    Test number
    685619713288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass122,169 miles (+5,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    122,169 miles
    Test number
    239658892455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  19. Pass116,952 miles (+5,092)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    116,952 miles
    Test number
    336750321480
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteHandbrake travel getting high

  20. Pass111,860 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    111,860 miles
    Test number
    472827610238
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail111,860 miles (+5,533)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,860 miles
    Test number
    681214410261
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass106,327 miles (+6,627)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    106,327 miles
    Test number
    363494329421
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteRear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering rack

  23. Pass99,700 miles (+46)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    99,700 miles
    Test number
    940299118236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

  24. Fail99,654 miles (+4,972)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,654 miles
    Test number
    484284818283
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

  25. Pass94,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    94,682 miles
    Test number
    361479717272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y263 WCE

Does Y263 WCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y263 WCE expired on 31 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y263 WCE?
The MOT on Y263 WCE expired on 31 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y263 WCE done?
Y263 WCE was recorded at 157,138 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2024, an average of 3,677 miles a year.
Has Y263 WCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y263 WCE has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y263 WCE 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 Y263 WCE find?
Y263 WCE passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; many parts of structure corroded; some metal brake pipes surface rusted, and 1 more.

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