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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

YMS 308MOT history

YMS 308 is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 18 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

YMS 308 blue 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 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,002 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YMS 308
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YMS 308 was last recorded at 97,002 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 2,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,477 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,525 miles
Average per year
3,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,002 miles
  • 2025 – 94,477 miles
  • 2024 – 90,513 miles
  • 2023 – 87,897 miles
  • 2022 – 85,215 miles
  • 2021 – 81,700 miles
  • 2020 – 78,449 miles
  • 2019 – 72,203 miles
  • 2018 – 66,786 miles
  • 2017 – 63,061 miles
  • 2016 – 58,885 miles
  • 2015 – 52,854 miles
  • 2013 – 48,117 miles
  • 2012 – 42,952 miles
  • 2011 – 39,585 miles
  • 2010 – 35,078 miles
  • 2009 – 27,554 miles
  • 2008 – 25,588 miles
  • 2007 – 22,835 miles
  • 2006 – 20,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,002 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all 4 are corroded various amounts (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryVarious body panels corroded and some covered with duct tape, lower sill area corroded, no jagged edges at time of test.
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,002 miles (+2,525)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    306740098609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all 4 are corroded various amounts (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious body panels corroded and some covered with duct tape, lower sill area corroded, no jagged edges at time of test.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

  2. Pass94,477 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    94,477 miles
    Test number
    958858360778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail94,470 miles (+3,957)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,470 miles
    Test number
    916429770342
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake performance unable to be tested pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))

  4. Pass90,513 miles (+2,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    90,513 miles
    Test number
    354504726431
    • AdvisoryVarious body panels corroded and some covered with duct tape, no jagged edges at time of test.

  5. Pass87,897 miles (+2,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,897 miles
    Test number
    202397797723
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass85,215 miles (+3,515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,215 miles
    Test number
    861559021377
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,700 miles (+3,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,700 miles
    Test number
    540172089538
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass78,449 miles (+6,246)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,449 miles
    Test number
    995133839617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,203 miles (+5,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,203 miles
    Test number
    480638481396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass66,786 miles (+3,725)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,786 miles
    Test number
    899032529900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,061 miles (+4,176)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    765689664416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,885 miles (+6,031)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,885 miles
    Test number
    167032630011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,854 miles (+4,737)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,854 miles
    Test number
    525446905039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,117 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    48,117 miles
    Test number
    329608553300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail48,099 miles (+5,147)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,099 miles
    Test number
    308104453365
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass42,952 miles (+143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,952 miles
    Test number
    889008782112
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail42,809 miles (+3,224)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,809 miles
    Test number
    647015182167
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (3.6.E.3)
    • DangerousBrake rod reduced in thickness more than 1/3rd by chaffing (3.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass39,585 miles (+4,507)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,585 miles
    Test number
    937977381129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,078 miles (+7,524)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,078 miles
    Test number
    741652660014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,554 miles (+1,966)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,554 miles
    Test number
    102286679018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,588 miles (+12)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,588 miles
    Test number
    203234318462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/sf tyre worn on inside edge

  22. Fail25,576 miles (+2,741)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,576 miles
    Test number
    273922718180
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/sf tyre worn on inside edge

  23. Pass22,835 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,835 miles
    Test number
    780935717177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,747 miles (+2,464)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,747 miles
    Test number
    964003107196
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass20,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,283 miles
    Test number
    151706096179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about YMS 308

What vehicle is registration YMS 308 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YMS 308 on a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 18 Apr 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YMS 308 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YMS 308 is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on YMS 308?
The MOT on YMS 308 is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YMS 308 done?
YMS 308 was recorded at 97,002 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 3,785 miles a year.
Has YMS 308 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YMS 308 has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on YMS 308 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 YMS 308 find?
YMS 308 passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 4 more.

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