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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

L29 VTOMOT history

L29 VTO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 23 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 155,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

L29 VTO silver Mercedes-Benz Vito – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
155,960 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 VTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 VTO was last recorded at 155,960 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 2,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,192 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,768 miles
Average per year
8,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,960 miles
  • 2025 – 153,192 miles
  • 2024 – 145,522 miles
  • 2023 – 139,821 miles
  • 2022 – 136,524 miles
  • 2021 – 132,963 miles
  • 2020 – 128,733 miles
  • 2019 – 122,701 miles
  • 2018 – 116,075 miles
  • 2017 – 109,450 miles
  • 2016 – 100,326 miles
  • 2015 – 89,512 miles
  • 2014 – 76,327 miles
  • 2013 – 61,191 miles
  • 2012 – 44,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,960 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,960 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    155,960 miles
    Test number
    405945394290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass153,192 miles (+1,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    153,192 miles
    Test number
    360311174673
    • 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))
  3. Fail152,192 miles (+6,670)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,192 miles
    Test number
    363968252381
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass145,522 miles (+5,701)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    145,522 miles
    Test number
    242996741026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass139,821 miles (+3,297)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    139,821 miles
    Test number
    860033069832
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside
  6. Pass136,524 miles (+3,561)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    136,524 miles
    Test number
    341898072390
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive leak from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis legs corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass132,963 miles (+4,230)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    132,963 miles
    Test number
    816848310465
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass128,733 miles (+6,032)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    128,733 miles
    Test number
    284012413801
    • AdvisoryNearside Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff
    • AdvisoryRear chassis legs corroded
  9. Pass122,701 miles (+6,626)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,701 miles
    Test number
    991998515530
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass116,075 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    116,075 miles
    Test number
    222341776174
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Fail116,071 miles (+6,621)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,071 miles
    Test number
    584354508615
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass109,450 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    109,450 miles
    Test number
    622732272108
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Fail109,427 miles (+9,101)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,427 miles
    Test number
    275556848530
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Engine bay (7.2.3)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass100,326 miles (+10,814)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,326 miles
    Test number
    265850209979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    89,512 miles
    Test number
    225390044951
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail89,512 miles (+13,185)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,512 miles
    Test number
    409107529704
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass76,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    76,327 miles
    Test number
    688661444232
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Fail76,327 miles (+15,136)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,327 miles
    Test number
    598311944253
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Pass61,191 miles (+16,653)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,191 miles
    Test number
    698892443296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,538 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,538 miles
    Test number
    345914662437
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

Questions about L29 VTO

Does L29 VTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 VTO is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 VTO?
The MOT on L29 VTO is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 VTO done?
L29 VTO was recorded at 155,960 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 8,210 miles a year.
Has L29 VTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 VTO has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L29 VTO 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 L29 VTO find?
L29 VTO passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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