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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y899 DLSMOT history

Y899 DLS is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 173,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2023.

Y899 DLS white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2023
Mileage
173,304 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y899 DLS
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
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y899 DLS was last recorded at 173,304 miles on 17 Aug 2023, 3,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,129 miles · 11 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3,175 miles
Average per year
5,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 173,304 miles
  • 2022 – 170,129 miles
  • 2021 – 163,568 miles
  • 2020 – 158,727 miles
  • 2019 – 148,969 miles
  • 2017 – 144,903 miles
  • 2016 – 143,191 miles
  • 2015 – 139,393 miles
  • 2014 – 134,542 miles
  • 2013 – 128,683 miles
  • 2012 – 123,361 miles
  • 2011 – 117,758 miles
  • 2010 – 112,121 miles
  • 2009 – 105,926 miles
  • 2008 – 99,868 miles
  • 2007 – 93,802 miles
  • 2006 – 85,297 miles
  • 2005 – 78,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail173,304 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear chassis rail by shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear chassis rail by shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBOTH front sills holed and corroded but not within prescribed areas
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f bumper and bonnet
  • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front wheel arches corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail173,304 miles (+3,175)1 dangerous16 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,304 miles
    Test number
    382572162035
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear chassis rail by shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear chassis rail by shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBOTH front sills holed and corroded but not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f bumper and bonnet
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  2. Pass170,129 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    170,129 miles
    Test number
    822002080088
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail170,066 miles (+6,498)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,066 miles
    Test number
    734955582194
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass163,568 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    163,568 miles
    Test number
    452079195943
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail163,541 miles (+4,814)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,541 miles
    Test number
    218256687010
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass158,727 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    158,727 miles
    Test number
    111725801882
    • AdvisoryFront wheel arches corroded.

  7. Fail158,725 miles (+9,756)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,725 miles
    Test number
    834379647160
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Upper and lower. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill(front lower edge wheel arch). (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Upper and lower. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill(front lower edge wheel arch). (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded.

  8. Pass148,969 miles (+4,066)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    148,969 miles
    Test number
    701700055980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass144,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    144,903 miles
    Test number
    850395179458
    • AdvisoryFront passenger seats removed

  10. Fail144,903 miles (+1,712)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,903 miles
    Test number
    817712875116
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront passenger seats removed

  11. Pass143,191 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    143,191 miles
    Test number
    292361145182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail143,183 miles (+3,790)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,183 miles
    Test number
    654813168495
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  13. Pass139,393 miles (+4,851)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    139,393 miles
    Test number
    334182586967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront passenger seat missing time of test
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition represents age of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass134,542 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    134,542 miles
    Test number
    917464604326
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  15. Fail134,542 miles (+5,859)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,542 miles
    Test number
    985193604319
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  16. Pass128,683 miles (+5,322)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    128,683 miles
    Test number
    639432083255
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  17. Pass123,361 miles (+5,603)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    123,361 miles
    Test number
    455389972257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront discs poor
    • NoteN/s/f seat not fitted not tested belts as not fitted

  18. Pass117,758 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    117,758 miles
    Test number
    356753461417
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail117,740 miles (+5,619)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,740 miles
    Test number
    917298551207
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass112,121 miles (+6,195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    112,121 miles
    Test number
    493865160280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass105,926 miles (+6,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    105,926 miles
    Test number
    384037169478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass99,868 miles (+6,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    99,868 miles
    Test number
    303194358255
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Pass93,802 miles (+8,505)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    93,802 miles
    Test number
    624096687257
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass85,297 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    85,297 miles
    Test number
    771458996202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,227 miles (+6,571)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,227 miles
    Test number
    460666996299
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres will soon need replacing
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  26. Pass78,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    78,656 miles
    Test number
    251118395221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y899 DLS

Does Y899 DLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y899 DLS expired on 10 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y899 DLS?
The MOT on Y899 DLS expired on 10 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y899 DLS done?
Y899 DLS was recorded at 173,304 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2023, an average of 5,314 miles a year.
Has Y899 DLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y899 DLS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on Y899 DLS 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 Y899 DLS find?
Y899 DLS failed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 16 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front, and 22 more.

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