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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y871 RSAMOT history

Y871 RSA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 6 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 59,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

Y871 RSA 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 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
59,082 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y871 RSA
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
6 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y871 RSA was last recorded at 59,082 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 1,667 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,415 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,667 miles
Average per year
2,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,082 miles
  • 2025 – 57,415 miles
  • 2024 – 56,756 miles
  • 2023 – 54,006 miles
  • 2022 – 52,714 miles
  • 2021 – 51,709 miles
  • 2020 – 50,945 miles
  • 2019 – 49,881 miles
  • 2018 – 48,615 miles
  • 2017 – 47,416 miles
  • 2016 – 45,835 miles
  • 2015 – 43,787 miles
  • 2014 – 42,136 miles
  • 2013 – 40,204 miles
  • 2012 – 38,623 miles
  • 2011 – 35,622 miles
  • 2010 – 33,550 miles
  • 2009 – 30,961 miles
  • 2008 – 28,282 miles
  • 2007 – 21,135 miles
  • 2006 – 16,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,082 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both brake hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,082 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    59,082 miles
    Test number
    205699101038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass57,415 miles (+659)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    57,415 miles
    Test number
    651717581807
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis has been undersealed
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass56,756 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    56,756 miles
    Test number
    445939208332
    • AdvisoryCoolant level warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking and perishing on sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail56,734 miles (+2,728)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,734 miles
    Test number
    766378738278
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg corroded and holed within 30cm of lower suspension arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking and perishing on sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass54,006 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    54,006 miles
    Test number
    707653234586
    • AdvisoryUnder side sealed

  6. Fail53,986 miles (+1,272)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,986 miles
    Test number
    507212701322
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door step/ sill corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door step/sill corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x-member for spare wheel mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear cab back panel corroded

  7. Pass52,714 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    52,714 miles
    Test number
    194688533744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,701 miles (+992)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,701 miles
    Test number
    523184913536
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass51,709 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,709 miles
    Test number
    503284290432
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail51,705 miles (+760)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    492018837062
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,945 miles (+1,064)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    50,945 miles
    Test number
    666883819658
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front brake ferrules slightly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Both handbrake cables chafing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear brake ferrules slightly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to vehicle

  12. Pass49,881 miles (+1,266)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,881 miles
    Test number
    608170099082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,615 miles (+1,199)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,615 miles
    Test number
    425432794439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,416 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,416 miles
    Test number
    852125263822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,835 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,835 miles
    Test number
    440043453636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,787 miles (+1,651)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,787 miles
    Test number
    286483065015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,136 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,136 miles
    Test number
    886038374096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,204 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,204 miles
    Test number
    127766683400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,623 miles (+3,001)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,623 miles
    Test number
    217601032435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,622 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,622 miles
    Test number
    456863631121
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  21. Pass35,622 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,622 miles
    Test number
    638673031128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,550 miles (+2,589)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,550 miles
    Test number
    253613630467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,961 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,961 miles
    Test number
    310273239143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,949 miles (+2,667)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,949 miles
    Test number
    853832539101
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass28,282 miles (+7,147)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,282 miles
    Test number
    294440738496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,135 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,135 miles
    Test number
    174203027183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    16,490 miles
    Test number
    824045726198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y871 RSA

Does Y871 RSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y871 RSA is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y871 RSA?
The MOT on Y871 RSA is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y871 RSA done?
Y871 RSA was recorded at 59,082 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 2,084 miles a year.
Has Y871 RSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y871 RSA has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y871 RSA 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 Y871 RSA find?
Y871 RSA passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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