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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,148 cc

L13 VAKMOT history

L13 VAK is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 10 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 263,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2023.

L13 VAK grey Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2024
Mileage
263,705 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 VAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
10 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 VAK was last recorded at 263,705 miles on 18 Jul 2023, 23,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
239,737 miles · 25 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
23,968 miles
Average per year
14,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 263,705 miles
  • 2022 – 239,737 miles
  • 2021 – 223,393 miles
  • 2020 – 197,140 miles
  • 2019 – 179,054 miles
  • 2018 – 162,946 miles
  • 2017 – 144,226 miles
  • 2016 – 134,596 miles
  • 2015 – 130,260 miles
  • 2014 – 123,583 miles
  • 2013 – 119,020 miles
  • 2012 – 113,941 miles
  • 2011 – 102,799 miles
  • 2010 – 76,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass263,705 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside outher door corroded tape up
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear door corroded tape up

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: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass263,705 miles (+23,968)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    263,705 miles
    Test number
    872055348981
    • AdvisoryNearside outher door corroded tape up
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear door corroded tape up

  2. Pass239,737 miles (+16,344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    239,737 miles
    Test number
    726092708920
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass223,393 miles (+26,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    223,393 miles
    Test number
    840547589428
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass197,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    197,140 miles
    Test number
    173188766971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail197,140 miles (+18,086)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,140 miles
    Test number
    396890008782
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass179,054 miles (+16,108)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    179,054 miles
    Test number
    759897735411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass162,946 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    162,946 miles
    Test number
    718767460596
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner brake pad is worn,n/s front brake slightly binding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Both front lower (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail162,946 miles (+18,720)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,946 miles
    Test number
    195354795156
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen jet insecure of wiper blade (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner brake pad is worn,n/s front brake slightly binding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Both front lower (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass144,226 miles (+9,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    144,226 miles
    Test number
    287841642538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass134,596 miles (+4,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    134,596 miles
    Test number
    380734548420
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass130,260 miles (+6,677)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    130,260 miles
    Test number
    316234125445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,583 miles (+4,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    123,583 miles
    Test number
    859005824276
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass119,020 miles (+5,079)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    119,020 miles
    Test number
    785716223261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)

  14. Pass113,941 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    113,941 miles
    Test number
    575046502213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber dust cover adrift

  15. Fail113,877 miles (+11,078)6 failures4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,877 miles
    Test number
    917216602246
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside All position lamps have less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass102,799 miles (+26,130)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    102,799 miles
    Test number
    197338331246
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside marker lights dim

  17. Pass76,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    76,669 miles
    Test number
    424690750250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 VAK

Does L13 VAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L13 VAK expired on 17 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L13 VAK?
The MOT on L13 VAK expired on 17 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L13 VAK done?
L13 VAK was recorded at 263,705 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2023, an average of 14,544 miles a year.
Has L13 VAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 VAK has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on L13 VAK 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 VAK find?
L13 VAK passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside outher door corroded tape up; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side; rear door corroded tape up.

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