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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2010 · 2,148 cc

L40 VEGMOT history

L40 VEG is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 11 Jun 2010. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 227,913 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2025.

L40 VEG white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Jun 2026
Mileage
227,913 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
16,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 VEG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
11 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 VEG was last recorded at 227,913 miles on 12 Jun 2025, 16,009 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,904 miles · 1 May 2024
Between the last two tests
16,009 miles
Average per year
16,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 227,913 miles
  • 2024 – 211,904 miles
  • 2023 – 198,005 miles
  • 2022 – 186,243 miles
  • 2020 – 168,429 miles
  • 2019 – 137,581 miles
  • 2018 – 116,455 miles
  • 2017 – 92,929 miles
  • 2016 – 70,883 miles
  • 2015 – 49,056 miles
  • 2014 – 32,301 miles
  • 2013 – 23,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,913 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,913 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    227,913 miles
    Test number
    280555546194
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail227,913 miles (+16,009)1 repaired4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,913 miles
    Test number
    705177089161
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass211,904 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    211,904 miles
    Test number
    545759713211
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail211,904 miles (+13,899)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,904 miles
    Test number
    692230862114
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass198,005 miles (+11,762)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    198,005 miles
    Test number
    362415473812
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear door corroded
  6. Pass186,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    186,243 miles
    Test number
    960698582388
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail186,243 miles (+17,814)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,243 miles
    Test number
    646179264395
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass168,429 miles (+10)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    168,429 miles
    Test number
    935767115699
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play at specified tolerance (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light slightly damaged not showing white light to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play at specified tolerance (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight damage and corrosion all over body
  9. Fail168,419 miles (+30,838)4 dangerous15 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,419 miles
    Test number
    879968464054
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both sides (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear half shaft oil seals appear to be leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens damaged but no white light
  10. Pass137,581 miles (+632)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,581 miles
    Test number
    493497760137
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail136,949 miles (+20,494)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,949 miles
    Test number
    116981513533
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass116,455 miles (+1,109)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    116,455 miles
    Test number
    877378461474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail115,346 miles (+22,417)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,346 miles
    Test number
    224238597930
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass92,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,929 miles
    Test number
    488900162787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail92,910 miles (+22,027)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,910 miles
    Test number
    262015351168
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  16. Pass70,883 miles (+691)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,883 miles
    Test number
    515129958843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,192 miles (+21,136)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,192 miles
    Test number
    838464922613
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak excessive free play (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass49,056 miles (+16,755)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,056 miles
    Test number
    575058235112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outside
  19. Pass32,301 miles (+8,806)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    32,301 miles
    Test number
    289340654425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,495 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    23,495 miles
    Test number
    355866803149
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about L40 VEG

Does L40 VEG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 VEG expired on 11 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 VEG?
The MOT on L40 VEG expired on 11 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 VEG done?
L40 VEG was recorded at 227,913 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2025, an average of 16,816 miles a year.
Has L40 VEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 VEG has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 VEG 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 L40 VEG find?
L40 VEG passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2025 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 9 more.

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