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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

L23 YDAMOT history

L23 YDA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

L23 YDA white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
134,733 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 YDA
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
1 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 YDA was last recorded at 134,733 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,673 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
3,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,733 miles
  • 2023 – 134,491 miles
  • 2017 – 134,176 miles
  • 2016 – 130,845 miles
  • 2015 – 126,647 miles
  • 2014 – 120,840 miles
  • 2013 – 113,505 miles
  • 2012 – 107,829 miles
  • 2011 – 98,598 miles
  • 2010 – 90,921 miles
  • 2009 – 81,585 miles
  • 2008 – 78,688 miles
  • 2007 – 72,800 miles
  • 2006 – 61,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,733 miles
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis corroded behind body sealant at roll bar link (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S and N/S leaf spring rear mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,733 miles (+60)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    134,733 miles
    Test number
    457347703336
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis corroded behind body sealant at roll bar link (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S and N/S leaf spring rear mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,673 miles (+182)11 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,673 miles
    Test number
    663078371601
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired linkage seized and broken (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at roll bar link (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Rubber mountings perished and split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis corroded behind body sealant at roll bar link (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S and N/S leaf spring rear mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,491 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    134,491 miles
    Test number
    828936072319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail134,482 miles (+306)2 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,482 miles
    Test number
    893030109047
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding x2 (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak x2 (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,176 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    134,176 miles
    Test number
    265410580108
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail134,174 miles (+3,329)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,174 miles
    Test number
    683624689288
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass130,845 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    130,845 miles
    Test number
    691034320648
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Fail130,842 miles (+4,195)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,842 miles
    Test number
    742921335840
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass126,647 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    126,647 miles
    Test number
    153078004565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail126,644 miles (+5,804)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,644 miles
    Test number
    471614768862
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass120,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    120,840 miles
    Test number
    827465084147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail120,840 miles (+7,335)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,840 miles
    Test number
    448195484142
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass113,505 miles (+5,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    113,505 miles
    Test number
    479000103273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass107,829 miles (+9,231)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,829 miles
    Test number
    685594792199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/S REAR BACKING PLATECORRODED

  15. Pass98,598 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    245551171483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail98,585 miles (+7,664)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,585 miles
    Test number
    237991771426
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass90,921 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    90,921 miles
    Test number
    510877980135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,905 miles (+9,320)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,905 miles
    Test number
    882356980108
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass81,585 miles (+2,897)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,585 miles
    Test number
    113203299453
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)

  20. Pass78,688 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    78,688 miles
    Test number
    930304528022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,686 miles (+5,886)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,686 miles
    Test number
    861831328019
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass72,800 miles (+10,900)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    72,800 miles
    Test number
    154239327060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,900 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    61,900 miles
    Test number
    363141036065
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Fail61,900 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,900 miles
    Test number
    863321236020
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about L23 YDA

Does L23 YDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 YDA is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 YDA?
The MOT on L23 YDA is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 YDA done?
L23 YDA was recorded at 134,733 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 3,646 miles a year.
Has L23 YDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 YDA has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 YDA 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 L23 YDA find?
L23 YDA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis corroded behind body sealant at roll bar link; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s leaf spring rear mounts.

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