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Mercedes-Benz Vito

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,299 cc

L13 NYCMOT history

L13 NYC is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 14 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 128,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2024
Mileage
128,271 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2023
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 NYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 NYC was last recorded at 128,271 miles on 31 Aug 2023, 555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,716 miles · 1 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
555 miles
Average per year
2,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,271 miles
  • 2022 – 127,716 miles
  • 2014 – 126,487 miles
  • 2013 – 118,461 miles
  • 2012 – 110,521 miles
  • 2011 – 106,484 miles
  • 2010 – 103,156 miles
  • 2009 – 99,624 miles
  • 2008 – 96,227 miles
  • 2007 – 92,286 miles
  • 2006 – 89,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,271 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParts of van has been repaired and heavily undersealed

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 Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,271 miles (+555)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    128,271 miles
    Test number
    561602772017
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParts of van has been repaired and heavily undersealed
  2. Pass127,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    127,716 miles
    Test number
    969763118303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail127,716 miles (+1,229)3 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,716 miles
    Test number
    873978644981
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryThe whole of underneath and all pipes covered in fresh underseal
  4. Pass126,487 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    126,487 miles
    Test number
    438936144239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAll underside of vehicle and brake pipes covered in fresh underseal
  5. Fail126,487 miles (+8,026)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,487 miles
    Test number
    576496644263
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAll underside of vehicle and brake pipes covered in fresh underseal
  6. Pass118,461 miles (+7,940)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    118,461 miles
    Test number
    287596843295
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust has had a temporary repair
  7. Pass110,521 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    110,521 miles
    Test number
    468191922217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
  8. Fail110,517 miles (+4,033)10 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,517 miles
    Test number
    216429712220
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  9. Fail106,484 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,484 miles
    Test number
    438773571186
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  10. Pass106,484 miles (+3,328)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    106,484 miles
    Test number
    716973771190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,156 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,156 miles
    Test number
    804794270128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    99,624 miles
    Test number
    824514579139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail99,624 miles (+3,397)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,624 miles
    Test number
    923194279127
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  14. Pass96,227 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    96,227 miles
    Test number
    934365678166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,286 miles (+3,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    92,286 miles
    Test number
    970593487121
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass89,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    89,155 miles
    Test number
    191047276131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 NYC

Does L13 NYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L13 NYC expired on 31 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L13 NYC?
The MOT on L13 NYC expired on 31 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L13 NYC done?
L13 NYC was recorded at 128,271 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2023, an average of 2,277 miles a year.
Has L13 NYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 NYC has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L13 NYC 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 L13 NYC find?
L13 NYC passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack; parts of van has been repaired and heavily undersealed.

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