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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

K44 ELAMOT history

K44 ELA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 2 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2025 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2024.

K44 ELA white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2025
Mileage
171,966 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K44 ELA
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
2 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K44 ELA was last recorded at 171,966 miles on 14 Dec 2024, 18,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,199 miles · 7 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
18,767 miles
Average per year
7,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 171,966 miles
  • 2023 – 153,199 miles
  • 2018 – 152,859 miles
  • 2017 – 133,762 miles
  • 2016 – 119,002 miles
  • 2015 – 108,645 miles
  • 2014 – 96,967 miles
  • 2013 – 90,573 miles
  • 2012 – 82,396 miles
  • 2011 – 73,386 miles
  • 2010 – 64,356 miles
  • 2009 – 55,889 miles
  • 2008 – 49,900 miles
  • 2007 – 45,897 miles
  • 2006 – 41,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,966 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Rear Axle oil seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • O/s/f steering arm from rack slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,966 miles (+18,767)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    171,966 miles
    Test number
    303773853542
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,199 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    153,199 miles
    Test number
    900479895524
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail153,190 miles (+331)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,190 miles
    Test number
    727316960104
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass152,859 miles (+19,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    152,859 miles
    Test number
    903234195886
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  5. Pass133,762 miles (+184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    133,762 miles
    Test number
    654509066304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle oil seal leaking

  6. Fail133,578 miles (+14,576)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,578 miles
    Test number
    831968658538
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle oil seal leaking

  7. Pass119,002 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    119,002 miles
    Test number
    269121118816
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f steering arm from rack slight play

  8. Fail118,976 miles (+10,331)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,976 miles
    Test number
    595715244574
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Front does not reach windowscreen (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f steering arm from rack slight play

  9. Pass108,645 miles (+11,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,645 miles
    Test number
    646705325187
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass96,967 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,967 miles
    Test number
    348794014121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail96,861 miles (+6,288)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,861 miles
    Test number
    315599104179
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass90,573 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,573 miles
    Test number
    219892123434
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth steering arms from rack slight play

  13. Fail90,573 miles (+8,177)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,573 miles
    Test number
    265972623457
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth steering arms from rack slight play

  14. Pass82,396 miles (+26)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    82,396 miles
    Test number
    967095032195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSteering arm (rack) slight play both sides

  15. Fail82,370 miles (+8,984)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,370 miles
    Test number
    409152832118
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSteering arm (rack) slight play both sides

  16. Fail73,386 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,386 miles
    Test number
    276096711175
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass73,386 miles (+9,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,386 miles
    Test number
    667106611145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass64,356 miles (+243)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,356 miles
    Test number
    681059300138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,113 miles (+8,224)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,113 miles
    Test number
    661366400130
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass55,889 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    55,889 miles
    Test number
    593026909164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail55,886 miles (+5,986)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,886 miles
    Test number
    170544709133
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

  22. Pass49,900 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,900 miles
    Test number
    410469118172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail49,900 miles (+4,003)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,900 miles
    Test number
    503667318188
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass45,897 miles (+4,619)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,897 miles
    Test number
    882378027128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass41,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,278 miles
    Test number
    331376536193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K44 ELA

Does K44 ELA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K44 ELA expired on 13 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K44 ELA?
The MOT on K44 ELA expired on 13 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K44 ELA done?
K44 ELA was recorded at 171,966 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2024, an average of 7,033 miles a year.
Has K44 ELA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K44 ELA has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on K44 ELA 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 K44 ELA find?
K44 ELA passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2024 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush, and 3 more.

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