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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y878 TKRMOT history

Y878 TKR is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 9 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 301,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2025.

Y878 TKR 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 20 Jul 2026
Mileage
301,025 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
14,508 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 TKR
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
9 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y878 TKR was last recorded at 301,025 miles on 4 Jul 2025, 10,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
290,076 miles · 28 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
10,949 miles
Average per year
14,508 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 301,025 miles
  • 2024 – 290,076 miles
  • 2023 – 279,857 miles
  • 2022 – 275,070 miles
  • 2021 – 249,584 miles
  • 2019 – 246,126 miles
  • 2018 – 242,554 miles
  • 2017 – 232,846 miles
  • 2016 – 225,976 miles
  • 2015 – 215,067 miles
  • 2014 – 204,903 miles
  • 2013 – 188,728 miles
  • 2012 – 185,012 miles
  • 2011 – 183,106 miles
  • 2009 – 181,855 miles
  • 2008 – 175,622 miles
  • 2007 – 166,578 miles
  • 2006 – 152,702 miles
  • 2005 – 13,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass301,025 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner 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 Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass301,025 miles (+10,949)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    301,025 miles
    Test number
    571909308811
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass290,076 miles (+10,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    290,076 miles
    Test number
    616509002386
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass279,857 miles (+4,787)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    279,857 miles
    Test number
    250603982379
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to centre and rear exhaust

  4. Pass275,070 miles (+11,045)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    275,070 miles
    Test number
    668991201095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to centre and rear exhaust

  5. Pass264,025 miles (+14,441)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    264,025 miles
    Test number
    626288817181
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass249,584 miles (+3,458)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    249,584 miles
    Test number
    213342914766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass246,126 miles (+3,572)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    246,126 miles
    Test number
    668409418613
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass242,554 miles (+9,708)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    242,554 miles
    Test number
    245719454731
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass232,846 miles (+6,870)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    232,846 miles
    Test number
    826968121212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass225,976 miles (+10,909)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    225,976 miles
    Test number
    619131939543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Top (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Top (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  11. Pass215,067 miles (+1)9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    215,067 miles
    Test number
    669239345164
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBattery not fully secured but not able to tip over
    • NoteN/s side marker lights not working
    • NoteWheel trims fitted at time of test

  12. Fail215,066 miles (+10,163)6 failures10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,066 miles
    Test number
    445718845192
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBattery not fully secured but not able to tip over
    • NoteN/s side marker lights not working
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteWheel trims fitted at time of test

  13. Pass204,903 miles (+551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    204,903 miles
    Test number
    767398244136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail204,352 miles (+15,624)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,352 miles
    Test number
    568806234181
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass188,728 miles (+262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    188,728 miles
    Test number
    897340743117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail188,466 miles (+3,454)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,466 miles
    Test number
    825515533191
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass185,012 miles (+1,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    185,012 miles
    Test number
    686547032175
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass183,106 miles (+1,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    183,106 miles
    Test number
    655652641019
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass181,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    181,855 miles
    Test number
    301085749360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail181,855 miles (+6,233)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,855 miles
    Test number
    423855249309
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass175,622 miles (+9,044)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    175,622 miles
    Test number
    653773158317
    • NoteMotor home 5 sleeper

  22. Pass166,578 miles (+13,876)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    166,578 miles
    Test number
    823220427378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass152,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    152,702 miles
    Test number
    871182496235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail152,702 miles (+139,061)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,702 miles
    Test number
    804642796228
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass13,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    13,641 miles
    Test number
    403745155295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 TKR

Does Y878 TKR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 TKR expired on 20 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 TKR?
The MOT on Y878 TKR expired on 20 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 TKR done?
Y878 TKR was recorded at 301,025 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2025, an average of 14,508 miles a year.
Has Y878 TKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 TKR has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2015.
Has the mileage on Y878 TKR 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 Y878 TKR find?
Y878 TKR passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mounts, and 1 more.

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