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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

L20 TAXMOT history

L20 TAX is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 10 Oct 2014. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 123,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

L20 TAX white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
123,629 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 TAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
10 Oct 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 TAX was last recorded at 123,629 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,576 miles · 21 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
6,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,629 miles
  • 2025 – 122,868 miles
  • 2023 – 122,125 miles
  • 2022 – 120,809 miles
  • 2021 – 120,324 miles
  • 2020 – 119,337 miles
  • 2019 – 108,508 miles
  • 2018 – 95,050 miles
  • 2017 – 69,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,629 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 7 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,629 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    123,629 miles
    Test number
    695145920331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,576 miles (+708)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,576 miles
    Test number
    518820223319
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass122,868 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,868 miles
    Test number
    222023033023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail122,868 miles (+743)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,868 miles
    Test number
    736937509522
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass122,125 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    122,125 miles
    Test number
    670105798540
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Fail122,125 miles (+1,316)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,125 miles
    Test number
    263843586788
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass120,809 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    120,809 miles
    Test number
    978545742823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail120,794 miles (+470)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,794 miles
    Test number
    512251102537
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working upper (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass120,324 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    120,324 miles
    Test number
    277548400313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger seat removed at time of test
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  10. Fail120,324 miles (+987)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,324 miles
    Test number
    156783177964
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure screwed in place (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass119,337 miles (+10,829)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    119,337 miles
    Test number
    717352635256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,508 miles (+13,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,508 miles
    Test number
    291588846793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass95,050 miles (+26,046)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,050 miles
    Test number
    323750147758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,004 miles
    Test number
    368813369360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 TAX

Does L20 TAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 TAX is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 TAX?
The MOT on L20 TAX is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 TAX done?
L20 TAX was recorded at 123,629 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 6,370 miles a year.
Has L20 TAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 TAX has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 TAX 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 L20 TAX find?
L20 TAX passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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