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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,151 cc

LB52 XLKMOT history

LB52 XLK is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 18 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 268,822 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2023
Mileage
268,822 km
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,120 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 XLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 XLK was last recorded at 268,822 km on 23 Mar 2022, 50 km more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
268,772 km · 16 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
50 km
Average per year
6,120 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 268,822 km
  • 2012 – 215,038 km
  • 2008 – 188,664 km
  • 2007 – 175,932 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass268,822 km

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass268,822 km (+50)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    268,822 km
    Test number
    238195419871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail268,772 km2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,772 km
    Test number
    676908116770
    • MajorCentral Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  3. Pass266,768 miles (+2,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    266,768 miles
    Test number
    765659777672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake in need of adjustment

  4. Pass264,111 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    264,111 miles
    Test number
    691201170777
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake in need of adjustment.16%

  5. Fail264,110 miles (+5,559)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,110 miles
    Test number
    878405896593
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake in need of adjustment.16%

  6. Pass258,551 miles (+5,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    258,551 miles
    Test number
    196530826983
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass253,047 miles (+4,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    253,047 miles
    Test number
    924744179818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass248,652 miles (+5,152)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    248,652 miles
    Test number
    625099700329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass243,500 miles (+8,468)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    243,500 miles
    Test number
    363701471983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass235,032 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    235,032 miles
    Test number
    477634155040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail235,030 miles (+3,134)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,030 miles
    Test number
    967093845098
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

  12. Pass231,896 miles (+7,530)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    231,896 miles
    Test number
    689716634066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass224,366 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    224,366 miles
    Test number
    589126333055
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass215,038 km
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    215,038 km
    Test number
    489997432010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass211,079 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    211,079 miles
    Test number
    187705541466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail211,038 miles (+8,656)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,038 miles
    Test number
    156058931059
    • FailureOffside Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  17. Pass202,382 miles (+6,876)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    202,382 miles
    Test number
    750326930070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass195,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    195,506 miles
    Test number
    454340649087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass188,664 km (+12,732)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    188,664 km
    Test number
    553524918073
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s rearlamp lens cracked

  20. Pass175,932 km2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    175,932 km
    Test number
    923707217057
    • NotePlay n/s and o/s bottom ball joints
    • NoteSurface rust on exhaust

Questions about LB52 XLK

Does LB52 XLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 XLK expired on 25 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 XLK?
The MOT on LB52 XLK expired on 25 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 XLK done?
LB52 XLK was recorded at 268,822 km at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 6,120 km a year.
Has LB52 XLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 XLK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 XLK 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 LB52 XLK find?
LB52 XLK passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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