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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 2,151 cc

L7 PPNMOT history

L7 PPN is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 22 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 5 of 9 MOT tests, with 242,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

L7 PPN white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
242,393 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
5 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 PPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 PPN was last recorded at 242,393 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 15,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,084 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
15,309 miles
Average per year
10,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 242,393 miles
  • 2025 – 227,084 miles
  • 2024 – 213,486 miles
  • 2023 – 202,747 miles
  • 2022 – 196,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,393 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront both side door step excessively corroded
  • AdvisoryInner sill both sides excessively corroded

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Both rear inner hub oil seals leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 4 Apr 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,393 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    242,393 miles
    Test number
    706500891794
    • AdvisoryFront both side door step excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sill both sides excessively corroded

  2. Fail242,393 miles (+15,309)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,393 miles
    Test number
    218518997468
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both side door step excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sill both sides excessively corroded

  3. Pass227,084 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    227,084 miles
    Test number
    344887909673
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail227,084 miles (+13,598)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,084 miles
    Test number
    925804652188
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative FRONT,SIDE AND REAR (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass213,486 miles (+10,739)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    213,486 miles
    Test number
    530563336835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill/body corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear outer sill/ body corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sill repairs undersealed

  6. Pass202,747 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    202,747 miles
    Test number
    204112730701
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner hub oil seals leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail202,743 miles (+6,633)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,743 miles
    Test number
    536219960959
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner hub oil seals leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass196,110 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    196,110 miles
    Test number
    104084363047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail196,106 miles1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,106 miles
    Test number
    738827537699
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outersill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Questions about L7 PPN

Does L7 PPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 PPN is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 PPN?
The MOT on L7 PPN is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 PPN done?
L7 PPN was recorded at 242,393 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 10,442 miles a year.
Has L7 PPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 PPN has failed 4 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 PPN 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 L7 PPN find?
L7 PPN passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front both side door step excessively corroded; inner sill both sides excessively corroded.

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