
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,689 cc
Y298 AKVMOT history
Y298 AKV is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 11 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 158,963 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 2 Apr 2025
- Mileage
- 158,963 mi
- At MOT on 3 Apr 2024
- MOT tests
- 31
- 17 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 3,068 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y298 AKV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,689 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 11 Apr 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Apr 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y298 AKV was last recorded at 158,963 miles on 3 Apr 2024, 370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Feb 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 158,593 miles · 29 Feb 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 370 miles
- Average per year
- 3,068 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 158,963 miles
- 2022 – 152,836 miles
- 2021 – 149,898 miles
- 2020 – 149,092 miles
- 2019 – 148,361 miles
- 2018 – 146,820 miles
- 2017 – 144,941 miles
- 2016 – 142,708 miles
- 2015 – 141,176 miles
- 2014 – 140,029 miles
- 2013 – 138,481 miles
- 2012 – 135,261 miles
- 2011 – 126,118 miles
- 2010 – 117,173 miles
- 2009 – 109,010 miles
- 2007 – 105,942 miles
- 2006 – 104,214 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides slightly perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides rusted at front subframe mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under battery tray corroded, offside front lower step rusty, several welding repairs too front and rear of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust fouling rear anti roll bar
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.
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value
Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit
Major2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill slightly corroded but outwith prescribed areas
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Full MOT history
31 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass158,963 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 158,963 miles
- Test number
- 294252360245
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides slightly perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides rusted at front subframe mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under battery tray corroded, offside front lower step rusty, several welding repairs too front and rear of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust fouling rear anti roll bar
Fail158,963 miles (+370)4 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,963 miles
- Test number
- 140042552232
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides slightly perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides rusted at front subframe mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under battery tray corroded, offside front lower step rusty, several welding repairs too front and rear of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust fouling rear anti roll bar
Fail158,593 miles (+5,757)2 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,593 miles
- Test number
- 867206311356
- DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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))
Pass152,836 miles (+134)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 152,836 miles
- Test number
- 283455584239
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail152,702 miles (+2,804)6 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 152,702 miles
- Test number
- 278346908612
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass149,898 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 149,898 miles
- Test number
- 252106536105
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail149,898 miles (+22)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,898 miles
- Test number
- 423457641598
- Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
Fail149,876 miles (+22)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,876 miles
- Test number
- 745794939959
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted fouling on strut (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Fail149,854 miles (+31)2 dangerous2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,854 miles
- Test number
- 883688493850
- DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad lining separated from backing (1.1.13 (c))
- DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad lining separated from backing (1.1.13 (c))
- MajorBrake performance not tested due to insecure brake pad linings (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Fail149,823 miles (+731)9 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,823 miles
- Test number
- 224438175381
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass149,092 miles (+731)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 149,092 miles
- Test number
- 415985201829
- AdvisoryO/s marker light
- AdvisoryTrailer socket
Pass148,361 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 148,361 miles
- Test number
- 131940068730
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill slightly corroded but outwith prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail148,361 miles (+1,541)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,361 miles
- Test number
- 547238679263
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (step) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced upper chassis leg (beside airbox) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill slightly corroded but outwith prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded (drivers door)
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass146,820 miles (+1,879)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 146,820 miles
- Test number
- 450322714426
- AdvisoryBoth sills slightly corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass144,941 miles (+21)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 144,941 miles
- Test number
- 324852209658
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Fail144,920 miles (+2,212)8 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,920 miles
- Test number
- 353459734971
- FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened TO HANDLE (3.5.1b)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases TAIL PIPE (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded TOP OF CHASSIS LEG (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass142,708 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 142,708 miles
- Test number
- 866858279719
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Fail142,708 miles (+1,532)2 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,708 miles
- Test number
- 992422663555
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass141,176 miles (+1,147)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 141,176 miles
- Test number
- 835996505103
- NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
Pass140,029 miles (+1,548)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 140,029 miles
- Test number
- 647213794069
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- NoteFront & rear brake discs rusty
Pass138,481 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 138,481 miles
- Test number
- 235875313133
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
- NoteO/s & n/s side markers 2 not working
Fail138,481 miles (+3,220)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,481 miles
- Test number
- 289035613119
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
- NoteO/s & n/s side markers 2 not working
Pass135,261 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 135,261 miles
- Test number
- 367516312190
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- NoteLower rear area used for bedding at time of mot
Fail135,261 miles (+9,143)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,261 miles
- Test number
- 658836012179
- Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- NoteLower rear area used for bedding at time of mot
Pass126,118 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 126,118 miles
- Test number
- 995098411112
- 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)
Fail126,118 miles (+8,945)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,118 miles
- Test number
- 698427311100
- FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- 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)
Pass117,173 miles (+8,163)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 117,173 miles
- Test number
- 562312110111
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Pass109,010 miles (+3,068)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 109,010 miles
- Test number
- 881018419154
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass105,942 miles (+1,728)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 105,942 miles
- Test number
- 201922797465
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass104,214 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 May 2007
- Odometer
- 104,214 miles
- Test number
- 253791056178
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail104,214 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,214 miles
- Test number
- 694521156142
- Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
Questions about Y298 AKV
- Does Y298 AKV currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y298 AKV expired on 2 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y298 AKV?
- The MOT on Y298 AKV expired on 2 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y298 AKV done?
- Y298 AKV was recorded at 158,963 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2024, an average of 3,068 miles a year.
- Has Y298 AKV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y298 AKV has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on Y298 AKV 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 Y298 AKV find?
- Y298 AKV passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2024 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides slightly perished/cracked; front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides rusted at front subframe mounts, and 3 more.
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