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Mercedes-Benz Citan

Blue · Diesel · 2014 · 1,461 cc

L31 MLPMOT history

L31 MLP is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Citan first used on 20 Oct 2014. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 130,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
130,027 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 MLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Citan
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
20 Oct 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 MLP was last recorded at 130,027 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 4,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,074 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,953 miles
Average per year
9,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,027 miles
  • 2025 – 125,074 miles
  • 2024 – 114,679 miles
  • 2023 – 108,266 miles
  • 2022 – 98,762 miles
  • 2021 – 89,960 miles
  • 2020 – 87,759 miles
  • 2019 – 77,685 miles
  • 2018 – 63,897 miles
  • 2017 – 52,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,027 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    130,027 miles
    Test number
    872645322975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,027 miles (+4,953)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,027 miles
    Test number
    643566562416
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass125,074 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    125,074 miles
    Test number
    220820338965
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail125,059 miles (+10,380)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,059 miles
    Test number
    481689950178
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded near/side front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded off/side front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass114,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    114,679 miles
    Test number
    320150826179
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear part of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail114,679 miles (+6,413)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,679 miles
    Test number
    929675715612
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear part of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass108,266 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    712953052860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail108,261 miles (+1,030)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,261 miles
    Test number
    939027134972
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass107,231 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    107,231 miles
    Test number
    809582976000
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail107,231 miles (+8,469)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,231 miles
    Test number
    673447950018
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass98,762 miles (+8,802)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,762 miles
    Test number
    250998607411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass89,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,960 miles
    Test number
    753765604546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,960 miles (+2,201)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,960 miles
    Test number
    786503647565
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass87,759 miles (+10,074)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,759 miles
    Test number
    734830532670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,685 miles (+13,788)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,685 miles
    Test number
    611601035667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass63,897 miles (+11,894)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    63,897 miles
    Test number
    333330210981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    52,003 miles
    Test number
    959292722755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 MLP

Does L31 MLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 MLP is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 MLP?
The MOT on L31 MLP is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 MLP done?
L31 MLP was recorded at 130,027 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 9,021 miles a year.
Has L31 MLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 MLP has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L31 MLP 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 L31 MLP find?
L31 MLP passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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