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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

L55 KEUMOT history

L55 KEU is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 13 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 162,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2025
Mileage
162,198 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 KEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 KEU was last recorded at 162,198 miles on 18 Nov 2024, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,169 miles · 16 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
2,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 162,198 miles
  • 2021 – 161,936 miles
  • 2020 – 161,880 miles
  • 2019 – 161,742 miles
  • 2018 – 161,666 miles
  • 2017 – 161,589 miles
  • 2016 – 161,489 miles
  • 2015 – 161,192 miles
  • 2014 – 161,008 miles
  • 2013 – 159,668 miles
  • 2011 – 155,919 miles
  • 2010 – 152,136 miles
  • 2009 – 144,312 miles
  • 2008 – 132,944 miles
  • 2007 – 118,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,198 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside wiper poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,198 miles (+29)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    162,198 miles
    Test number
    971449928115
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,169 miles (+233)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,169 miles
    Test number
    982387066397
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,936 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    161,936 miles
    Test number
    638805655679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass161,880 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    161,880 miles
    Test number
    247762687876
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper poor

  5. Fail161,871 miles (+129)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,871 miles
    Test number
    354762089446
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper poor

  6. Pass161,742 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    161,742 miles
    Test number
    843044603093
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass161,666 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    161,666 miles
    Test number
    487614349758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass161,589 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    161,589 miles
    Test number
    193039749643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass161,489 miles (+297)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    161,489 miles
    Test number
    593978292101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass161,192 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    161,192 miles
    Test number
    675412085136
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear load deck frontmost mountings fractured but still secured by all remaining mounting points.

  11. Fail161,192 miles (+184)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,192 miles
    Test number
    389435275103
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear load deck frontmost mountings fractured but still secured by all remaining mounting points.

  12. Pass161,008 miles (+6)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    161,008 miles
    Test number
    955525304240
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside front side outline marker not working.
    • NoteSharp edge starting on nearside front wing.

  13. Fail161,002 miles (+1,334)8 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,002 miles
    Test number
    545982204216
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front side outline marker not working.
    • NoteSharp edge starting on nearside front wing.

  14. Pass159,668 miles (+5)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    159,668 miles
    Test number
    957957243012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteBonnet hard to get under
    • NotePlay in front anti-roll bar linkage
    • NoteUnderside corroded
    • NoteVehicle cab corroded
    • NoteWipers smeary

  15. Fail159,663 miles (+3,744)16 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,663 miles
    Test number
    836273133082
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteBonnet hard to get under
    • NotePlay in front anti-roll bar linkage
    • NoteUnderside corroded
    • NoteVehicle cab corroded
    • NoteWipers smeary

  16. Pass155,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    155,919 miles
    Test number
    975652971197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail155,919 miles (+3,783)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,919 miles
    Test number
    519127761186
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass152,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    152,136 miles
    Test number
    231359960408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail152,136 miles (+7,824)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,136 miles
    Test number
    583859260143
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass144,312 miles (+32)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    144,312 miles
    Test number
    881899469134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside track rod inner joints/fixings

  21. Fail144,280 miles (+11,336)1 dangerous6 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,280 miles
    Test number
    254277869451
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside track rod inner joints/fixings

  22. Pass132,944 miles (+417)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    132,944 miles
    Test number
    290031278127
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Fail132,527 miles (+14,058)1 dangerous4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,527 miles
    Test number
    822511468117
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass118,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    118,469 miles
    Test number
    242280857130
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about L55 KEU

Does L55 KEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 KEU expired on 17 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 KEU?
The MOT on L55 KEU expired on 17 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 KEU done?
L55 KEU was recorded at 162,198 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2024, an average of 2,503 miles a year.
Has L55 KEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 KEU has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L55 KEU 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 L55 KEU find?
L55 KEU passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes covered in grease; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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