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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

Y3 BVRMOT history

Y3 BVR is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 105,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

Y3 BVR white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
105,970 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 BVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 BVR was last recorded at 105,970 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,945 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
3,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,970 miles
  • 2024 – 105,312 miles
  • 2023 – 102,074 miles
  • 2022 – 94,953 miles
  • 2021 – 93,475 miles
  • 2019 – 93,025 miles
  • 2018 – 91,303 miles
  • 2017 – 87,759 miles
  • 2016 – 85,970 miles
  • 2015 – 84,526 miles
  • 2014 – 82,065 miles
  • 2012 – 72,909 miles
  • 2011 – 61,411 miles
  • 2010 – 51,061 miles
  • 2009 – 41,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,970 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush cracking (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front chassis cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,970 miles (+25)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    105,970 miles
    Test number
    444462499479
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush cracking (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail105,945 miles (+633)5 dangerous9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,945 miles
    Test number
    546927690358
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired N/S/F inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired N/S/F outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired O/S/F outer sill x2 (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired O/S/R outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Front radiator carrier (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat with a defective structure Drivers seat mounted on wood frame (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Sliding door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working Side marker (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Drivers door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both rear shock absorber bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,312 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    105,312 miles
    Test number
    472834687531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail105,311 miles (+897)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,311 miles
    Test number
    931398790012
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousHandbrake on full travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail104,414 miles (+2,340)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,414 miles
    Test number
    643493771644
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass102,074 miles (+45)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,074 miles
    Test number
    653058855210
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront chassis cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on ittermitently

  7. Fail102,029 miles (+7,076)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,029 miles
    Test number
    189510353467
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill by rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill by rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill by rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill by rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront chassis cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on ittermitently

  8. Pass94,953 miles (+1,478)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,953 miles
    Test number
    589209719802
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroding but not excessively
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroding but not excessively
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass93,475 miles (+450)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    93,475 miles
    Test number
    583771632039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,025 miles (+1,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,025 miles
    Test number
    994606628688
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass91,303 miles (+3,544)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,303 miles
    Test number
    783452675472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,759 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,759 miles
    Test number
    459073642239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    87,421 miles
    Test number
    805705720965
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  14. Fail87,421 miles (+1,451)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,421 miles
    Test number
    694617795644
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  15. Pass85,970 miles (+1,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    85,970 miles
    Test number
    738402334486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass84,526 miles (+2,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,526 miles
    Test number
    727196425108
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass82,065 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,065 miles
    Test number
    117304494043
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail82,065 miles (+9,156)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,065 miles
    Test number
    249962294045
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass72,909 miles (+11,498)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,909 miles
    Test number
    239476142176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass61,411 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,411 miles
    Test number
    408444251152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSlight oil leak off side rear hub seal

  21. Fail61,411 miles (+10,350)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,411 miles
    Test number
    726363151187
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSlight oil leak off side rear hub seal

  22. Pass51,061 miles (+9,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,061 miles
    Test number
    100922340124
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass41,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,382 miles
    Test number
    372312149192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 BVR

Does Y3 BVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 BVR is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y3 BVR?
The MOT on Y3 BVR is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 BVR done?
Y3 BVR was recorded at 105,970 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 3,894 miles a year.
Has Y3 BVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 BVR has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y3 BVR 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 Y3 BVR find?
Y3 BVR passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 3 more.

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