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Mercedes-Benz V

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

L3 OYLMOT history

L3 OYL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz V first used on 24 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 184,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2022
Mileage
184,404 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2021
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 OYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
V
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 OYL was last recorded at 184,404 miles on 17 Dec 2021, 63,727 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,677 miles · 24 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
63,727 miles
Average per year
11,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 184,404 miles
  • 2020 – 115,199 miles
  • 2019 – 108,984 miles
  • 2018 – 96,189 miles
  • 2017 – 93,920 miles
  • 2016 – 89,408 miles
  • 2015 – 84,518 miles
  • 2014 – 79,746 miles
  • 2013 – 68,853 miles
  • 2012 – 61,245 miles
  • 2011 – 53,315 miles
  • 2010 – 49,357 miles
  • 2009 – 39,467 miles
  • 2008 – 27,151 miles
  • 2007 – 15,468 miles
  • 2006 – 9,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,404 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBoth inner driveshaft boots worn

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,404 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    184,404 miles
    Test number
    314665723704
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner driveshaft boots worn

  2. Fail184,404 miles (+63,727)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,404 miles
    Test number
    435647917181
    • Repaired at testSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner driveshaft boots worn

  3. Fail120,677 miles (+5,478)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,677 miles
    Test number
    350726351422
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass115,199 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,199 miles
    Test number
    505100378234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,171 miles (+6,187)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,171 miles
    Test number
    377284181324
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,984 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,984 miles
    Test number
    935423152390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail108,984 miles (+12,795)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,984 miles
    Test number
    752428713900
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass96,189 miles (+1,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,189 miles
    Test number
    630556751844
    • AdvisoryInner sill corrosion consistent with age

  9. Pass95,004 miles (+1,084)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,004 miles
    Test number
    520265284431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass93,920 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,920 miles
    Test number
    742881947945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion panel (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Fail93,920 miles (+4,512)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,920 miles
    Test number
    406597936416
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion panel (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  12. Pass89,408 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,408 miles
    Test number
    838086296635
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Fail89,408 miles (+4,890)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,408 miles
    Test number
    357649996718
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Pass84,518 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    84,518 miles
    Test number
    228290285154
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail84,518 miles (+4,772)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,518 miles
    Test number
    216524775142
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass79,746 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,746 miles
    Test number
    277154264499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,949 miles (+9,096)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,949 miles
    Test number
    789696654011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Pass68,853 miles (+7,608)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,853 miles
    Test number
    605218433086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,245 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,245 miles
    Test number
    185018552070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,179 miles (+7,864)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,179 miles
    Test number
    365513452013
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass53,315 miles (+3,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,315 miles
    Test number
    256952351031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass49,357 miles (+9,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,357 miles
    Test number
    481168060075
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass39,467 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,467 miles
    Test number
    240897489117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,305 miles (+12,154)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,305 miles
    Test number
    914112389158
    • FailureTyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror glass cracked but not obstucting drivers view

  25. Pass27,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,151 miles
    Test number
    701906978182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,151 miles (+11,683)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,151 miles
    Test number
    322435278130
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  27. Pass15,468 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    15,468 miles
    Test number
    654898387172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail15,442 miles (+6,383)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,442 miles
    Test number
    444051187121
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass9,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    9,059 miles
    Test number
    432624866137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 OYL

Does L3 OYL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L3 OYL expired on 16 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L3 OYL?
The MOT on L3 OYL expired on 16 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L3 OYL done?
L3 OYL was recorded at 184,404 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2021, an average of 11,303 miles a year.
Has L3 OYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 OYL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on L3 OYL 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 L3 OYL find?
L3 OYL passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2021 with 4 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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