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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

L70 SHTMOT history

L70 SHT is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 24 Jul 2013. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 357,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

L70 SHT white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
357,635 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
47,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 SHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
24 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 SHT was last recorded at 357,635 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 54,860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
302,775 miles · 6 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
54,860 miles
Average per year
47,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 357,635 miles
  • 2021 – 302,775 miles
  • 2020 – 302,763 miles
  • 2019 – 260,109 miles
  • 2018 – 256,634 miles
  • 2017 – 197,456 miles
  • 2016 – 95,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass357,635 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 ball joint has slight play both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

7 tests since 27 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass357,635 miles (+54,860)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    357,635 miles
    Test number
    250099631755
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass302,775 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    302,775 miles
    Test number
    595846608597
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail302,763 miles (+42,654)1 dangerous10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    302,763 miles
    Test number
    796294820618
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears to rear flexis (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) track rod end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both rear drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both front rack ends (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass260,109 miles (+3,475)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    260,109 miles
    Test number
    830750582091
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass256,634 miles (+59,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    256,634 miles
    Test number
    314365019451
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass197,456 miles (+101,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    197,456 miles
    Test number
    567179785656
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  7. Pass95,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,866 miles
    Test number
    575621674182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 SHT

Does L70 SHT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 SHT expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 SHT?
The MOT on L70 SHT expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 SHT done?
L70 SHT was recorded at 357,635 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 47,450 miles a year.
Has L70 SHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 SHT has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on L70 SHT 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 SHT find?
L70 SHT passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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