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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Silver · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

L5 NGVMOT history

L5 NGV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 16 Dec 2014. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 266,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

L5 NGV silver Mercedes-Benz Vito – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
266,812 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
15,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 NGV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
16 Dec 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 NGV was last recorded at 266,812 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
266,811 miles · 7 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
15,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 266,812 miles
  • 2025 – 259,739 miles
  • 2024 – 251,994 miles
  • 2023 – 244,929 miles
  • 2022 – 238,838 miles
  • 2021 – 232,214 miles
  • 2020 – 228,235 miles
  • 2018 – 178,362 miles
  • 2017 – 129,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,812 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongeyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on outer edge, tread parting (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad crumbling, slight bind (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shocker upper bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Spare tyre defective Carrier looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm (front) bushes worn, perished and starting to split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Gearbox mounting defective Rear differential mounts perished and worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear shocker upper bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner /outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,812 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    266,812 miles
    Test number
    432862158627
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on outer edge, tread parting (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad crumbling, slight bind (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shocker upper bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Spare tyre defective Carrier loose
  2. Fail266,811 miles (+7,072)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,811 miles
    Test number
    532203738951
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on outer edge, tread parting (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad crumbling, slight bind (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shocker upper bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Spare tyre defective Carrier loose
  3. Pass259,739 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    259,739 miles
    Test number
    636954758115
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm (front) bushes worn, perished and starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective Rear differential mounts perished and worn
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear shocker upper bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail259,739 miles (+7,745)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,739 miles
    Test number
    810759310806
    • DangerousParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted Calliper bolt missing and catching on wheel (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm (front) bushes worn, perished and starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective Rear differential mounts perished and worn
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear shocker upper bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass251,994 miles (+7,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    251,994 miles
    Test number
    911500646093
    • AdvisoryBonnet cable lose at handle
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp missing from back box
  6. Pass244,929 miles (+6,091)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    244,929 miles
    Test number
    230034673048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass238,838 miles (+6,624)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    238,838 miles
    Test number
    834307997765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass232,214 miles (+3,979)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    232,214 miles
    Test number
    896362991018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass228,235 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    228,235 miles
    Test number
    438267335430
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner /outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail228,235 miles (+49,873)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,235 miles
    Test number
    986780736981
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner /outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass178,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    178,362 miles
    Test number
    498116944196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail178,362 miles (+48,732)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,362 miles
    Test number
    290545929827
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  13. Pass129,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    129,630 miles
    Test number
    142980154503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 NGV

Does L5 NGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 NGV is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 NGV?
The MOT on L5 NGV is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 NGV done?
L5 NGV was recorded at 266,812 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 15,436 miles a year.
Has L5 NGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 NGV has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 NGV 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 L5 NGV find?
L5 NGV passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pedal spongey; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on outer edge, tread parting; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad crumbling, slight bind, and 2 more.

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