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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2007 · 2,148 cc

L70 CSSMOT history

L70 CSS is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 18 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 327,688 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

L70 CSS white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
327,688 km
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,049 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 CSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 CSS was last recorded at 327,688 km on 12 May 2026, 0 km more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
327,688 km · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 km
Average per year
7,049 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 327,688 km
  • 2025 – 326,371 km
  • 2024 – 324,202 km
  • 2021 – 321,300 km
  • 2020 – 315,964 km
  • 2017 – 267,069 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass327,688 km
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) osf and nsfRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major5 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass327,688 km10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    327,688 km
    Test number
    540200433050
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) osf and nsf
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail327,688 km (+1,317)1 major1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    327,688 km
    Test number
    405648297418
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) osf and nsf
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass326,371 km (+10)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    326,371 km
    Test number
    483035702156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail326,361 km (+2,159)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    326,361 km
    Test number
    819908491164
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main brake pipe fuel tank to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded maim brake pipe fuel tank to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass324,202 km (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    324,202 km
    Test number
    597037558573
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail324,195 km2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    324,195 km
    Test number
    259650472246
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass322,997 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    322,997 miles
    Test number
    426080595157
    • MinorNearside Outline marker lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass321,300 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    321,300 km
    Test number
    410804722853
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail321,173 miles3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    321,173 miles
    Test number
    457733427983
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass315,964 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    315,964 km
    Test number
    612426187588
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass314,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    314,568 miles
    Test number
    231018535448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail314,566 miles (+8,444)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    314,566 miles
    Test number
    456971422842
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass306,122 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    306,122 miles
    Test number
    623284296172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail306,103 miles1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    306,103 miles
    Test number
    210979821007
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass267,069 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    267,069 km
    Test number
    466505172873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass256,009 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    256,009 miles
    Test number
    706071637986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass253,370 miles (+3,810)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    253,370 miles
    Test number
    709343275396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass249,560 miles (+7,702)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    249,560 miles
    Test number
    112326561210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass241,858 miles (+97,552)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    241,858 miles
    Test number
    808374674269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass144,306 miles (+12,971)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    144,306 miles
    Test number
    919459463226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass131,335 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    131,335 miles
    Test number
    578414262252
    • NoteFront brake discs excessively worn

  22. Fail131,335 miles (+12,812)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,335 miles
    Test number
    229832462240
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear number plate light not at full output

  23. Pass118,523 miles (+19,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    118,523 miles
    Test number
    316955651234
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass99,320 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    99,320 miles
    Test number
    724921530281
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s side repeater lens minor damage
    • NoteN/s/r light lens cracked

  25. Fail99,320 miles (+322)6 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,320 miles
    Test number
    682431330226
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s side repeater lens minor damage
    • NoteN/s/r light lens cracked

  26. Fail98,998 miles9 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,998 miles
    Test number
    551168420273
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light staying on!!
    • NoteNearside rear reflector damaged
    • NoteStone chips to front screen

Questions about L70 CSS

Does L70 CSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 CSS is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 CSS?
The MOT on L70 CSS is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 CSS done?
L70 CSS was recorded at 327,688 km at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 7,049 km a year.
Has L70 CSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 CSS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L70 CSS 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 L70 CSS find?
L70 CSS passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 10 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; central front fluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack leak; central front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded, and 7 more.

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