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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,151 cc

L13 AKSMOT history

L13 AKS is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 12 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 208,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2024.

L13 AKS green Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2025
Mileage
208,762 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 AKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 AKS was last recorded at 208,762 miles on 7 Feb 2024, 4,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Dec 2008: 168,992 miles, lower than 300,022 miles on 19 May 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
204,158 miles · 8 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 208,762 miles
  • 2023 – 204,158 miles
  • 2022 – 199,930 miles
  • 2021 – 196,253 miles
  • 2020 – 192,930 miles
  • 2019 – 191,612 miles
  • 2017 – 191,299 miles
  • 2016 – 190,503 miles
  • 2015 – 189,375 miles
  • 2014 – 187,599 miles
  • 2013 – 183,158 miles
  • 2012 – 181,223 miles
  • 2011 – 178,671 miles
  • 2010 – 176,303 miles
  • 2009 – 172,864 miles
  • 2008 – 168,992 miles
  • 2007 – 300,022 miles
  • 2006 – 221,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,762 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens deteriorated - offside & nearside
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency low & lever travel high

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,762 miles (+4,604)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    208,762 miles
    Test number
    617616725913
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens deteriorated - offside & nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency low & lever travel high

  2. Pass204,158 miles (+4,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    204,158 miles
    Test number
    608684170316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass199,930 miles (+119)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    199,930 miles
    Test number
    492246431302
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  4. Fail199,811 miles (+3,558)1 dangerous9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,811 miles
    Test number
    930396445937
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  5. Pass196,253 miles (+96)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    196,253 miles
    Test number
    508866573653
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Battery carrier corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail196,157 miles (+3,227)1 dangerous5 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,157 miles
    Test number
    349808851390
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Battery carrier corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass192,930 miles (+1,318)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    192,930 miles
    Test number
    880868477565
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier supporting tray also corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear lower wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front brake pipes by sub frame
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front to rear brake pipes along chassis
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating

  8. Pass191,612 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    191,612 miles
    Test number
    752005484674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail191,612 miles (+313)2 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,612 miles
    Test number
    198404290766
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass191,299 miles (+796)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    191,299 miles
    Test number
    270199962487
    • 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 mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass190,503 miles (+1,128)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    190,503 miles
    Test number
    242848893062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass189,375 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    189,375 miles
    Test number
    455359621967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail189,365 miles (+1,766)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,365 miles
    Test number
    385254270060
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass187,599 miles (+4,441)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    187,599 miles
    Test number
    997992254358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass183,158 miles (+1,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    183,158 miles
    Test number
    119475953347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass181,223 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    181,223 miles
    Test number
    678905752335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Fail181,223 miles (+2,552)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,223 miles
    Test number
    805615452307
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass178,671 miles (+2,368)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    178,671 miles
    Test number
    278176151301
    • NoteSurface corrosion centre to rear metal brake pipes

  19. Fail176,303 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,303 miles
    Test number
    402814930306
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r handbrake effort lower than o/s/r
    • NoteSlight movement front anti-roll bar links

  20. Pass176,303 miles (+3,439)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    176,303 miles
    Test number
    833504830390
    • NoteN/s/r handbrake effort lower than o/s/r
    • NoteSlight movement front anti-roll bar links

  21. Pass172,864 miles (+3,872)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    172,864 miles
    Test number
    501267759341
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar links slightly worn
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteFront sidelights dim
    • NoteRear anti-roll bar saddle bushes worn
    • NoteSlight cut n/s/r tyre wall
    • NoteSlight oil seapage n/s/r axle/stub end
    • NoteWiper blades split

  22. Pass168,992 miles (-131,030)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    168,992 miles
    Test number
    942427058328
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteN/s/f drop link worn
    • NoteRear anti-roll saddle bushes worn slightly

  23. Pass300,022 miles (+78,604)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    300,022 miles
    Test number
    833709837121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass221,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    221,418 miles
    Test number
    151836526140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L13 AKS

Does L13 AKS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L13 AKS expired on 9 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L13 AKS?
The MOT on L13 AKS expired on 9 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L13 AKS done?
L13 AKS was recorded at 208,762 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2024.
Has L13 AKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 AKS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L13 AKS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Dec 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L13 AKS find?
L13 AKS passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside, and 3 more.

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