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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y38 SBAMOT history

Y38 SBA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 195,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2023.

Y38 SBA 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 27 Oct 2024
Mileage
195,421 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 SBA
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
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y38 SBA was last recorded at 195,421 miles on 28 Oct 2023, 5,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,198 miles · 14 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,223 miles
Average per year
7,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 195,421 miles
  • 2022 – 190,198 miles
  • 2021 – 178,843 miles
  • 2020 – 155,849 miles
  • 2019 – 149,089 miles
  • 2018 – 149,079 miles
  • 2017 – 140,669 miles
  • 2016 – 127,471 miles
  • 2015 – 122,779 miles
  • 2014 – 117,820 miles
  • 2013 – 113,238 miles
  • 2012 – 107,646 miles
  • 2011 – 102,780 miles
  • 2010 – 98,122 miles
  • 2009 – 89,320 miles
  • 2008 – 79,854 miles
  • 2007 – 70,972 miles
  • 2006 – 60,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,421 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of front x-member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,421 miles (+5,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    195,421 miles
    Test number
    683288289462
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass190,198 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    190,198 miles
    Test number
    390257988663
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and rear arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail190,198 miles (+11,355)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,198 miles
    Test number
    389853732581
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and rear arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass178,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    178,843 miles
    Test number
    788865852366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail178,843 miles (+22,994)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,843 miles
    Test number
    560850431750
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass155,849 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    155,849 miles
    Test number
    439399450110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of front x-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail155,847 miles (+6,758)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,847 miles
    Test number
    913102685977
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/doorstep underneath (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of front x-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,089 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    149,089 miles
    Test number
    256215700741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail149,079 miles (+8,410)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,079 miles
    Test number
    115003610311
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass140,669 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    140,669 miles
    Test number
    694562290142
    • 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)

  11. Fail140,669 miles (+13,198)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,669 miles
    Test number
    192159867196
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • 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)

  12. Pass127,471 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    127,471 miles
    Test number
    319498014340
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 drop link bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail127,471 miles (+4,692)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,471 miles
    Test number
    926779734343
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 drop link bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass122,779 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    122,779 miles
    Test number
    505876685062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail122,760 miles (+4,940)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,760 miles
    Test number
    445033185090
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail117,820 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,820 miles
    Test number
    216356774054
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s wing mirror deteriorated

  17. Pass117,820 miles (+4,582)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    117,820 miles
    Test number
    476776974038
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s wing mirror deteriorated

  18. Pass113,238 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    113,238 miles
    Test number
    495699373087
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail113,238 miles (+5,592)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,238 miles
    Test number
    405128873017
    • FailureBrake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass107,646 miles (+40)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    107,646 miles
    Test number
    648508982088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  21. Fail107,606 miles (+4,826)13 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,606 miles
    Test number
    187973682485
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Fail102,780 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,780 miles
    Test number
    659234081095
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHandbrake needs attension and/or adjustment in near future
    • NoteSlight wear in lower swivel jionts

  23. Pass102,780 miles (+4,658)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    102,780 miles
    Test number
    856554081019
    • NoteHandbrake needs attension and/or adjustment in near future
    • NoteSlight wear in lower swivel jionts

  24. Pass98,122 miles (+8,802)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    98,122 miles
    Test number
    291659980047
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteWill require attension to hand brake travel in future.

  25. Pass89,320 miles (+9,466)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    89,320 miles
    Test number
    164652989431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,854 miles (+8,882)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,854 miles
    Test number
    610625688028
    • NoteN/side mirror broken
    • NoteSlight wear n/side lower swivel joint

  27. Pass70,972 miles (+10,625)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    70,972 miles
    Test number
    984862987098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass60,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    60,347 miles
    Test number
    294113486019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y38 SBA

Does Y38 SBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y38 SBA expired on 27 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y38 SBA?
The MOT on Y38 SBA expired on 27 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y38 SBA done?
Y38 SBA was recorded at 195,421 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2023, an average of 7,676 miles a year.
Has Y38 SBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 SBA has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y38 SBA 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 Y38 SBA find?
Y38 SBA passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills.

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