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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Yellow · Diesel · 2003 · 2,151 cc

LL53 TCXMOT history

LL53 TCX is a yellow diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 245,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

LL53 TCX yellow 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 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
245,846 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 TCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 TCX was last recorded at 245,846 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
245,842 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
9,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 245,846 miles
  • 2025 – 243,738 miles
  • 2024 – 241,077 miles
  • 2022 – 238,489 miles
  • 2021 – 233,963 miles
  • 2019 – 233,683 miles
  • 2018 – 229,245 miles
  • 2017 – 221,550 miles
  • 2016 – 214,052 miles
  • 2015 – 208,248 miles
  • 2014 – 191,014 miles
  • 2013 – 177,055 miles
  • 2012 – 168,802 miles
  • 2011 – 153,738 miles
  • 2010 – 142,103 miles
  • 2009 – 127,994 miles
  • 2008 – 113,148 miles
  • 2007 – 96,026 miles
  • 2006 – 68,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,846 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen
  • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly deteriorated

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,846 miles (+4)2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    245,846 miles
    Test number
    371375131519
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly deteriorated

  2. Fail245,842 miles (+2,104)4 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,842 miles
    Test number
    929582730849
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive very front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass243,738 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    243,738 miles
    Test number
    465119990923
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  4. Fail243,736 miles (+2,659)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,736 miles
    Test number
    561510019901
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength battery stand holed in 2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  5. Pass241,077 miles (+2,588)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    241,077 miles
    Test number
    167839128001
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch/chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch/chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass238,489 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    238,489 miles
    Test number
    660325583859
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corrosion

  7. Fail238,489 miles (+4,526)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,489 miles
    Test number
    688740882331
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corrosion

  8. Pass233,963 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    233,963 miles
    Test number
    515775559771
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody/component corrosion
    • AdvisoryAll underbody/components covered in underseal

  9. Fail233,957 miles (+274)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,957 miles
    Test number
    211022205559
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody/component corrosion
    • AdvisoryAll underbody/components covered in underseal

  10. Pass233,683 miles (+4,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    233,683 miles
    Test number
    623835159200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass229,245 miles (+7,695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    229,245 miles
    Test number
    442579229822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass221,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    221,550 miles
    Test number
    405680146477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail221,550 miles (+7,498)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,550 miles
    Test number
    528365410655
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass214,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    214,052 miles
    Test number
    258267499703
    • AdvisoryHole in o/s sil

  15. Fail214,052 miles (+5,804)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,052 miles
    Test number
    636189048179
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHole in o/s sil

  16. Pass208,248 miles (+17,234)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    208,248 miles
    Test number
    365540827143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass191,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    191,014 miles
    Test number
    888332984289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail191,014 miles (+13,959)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,014 miles
    Test number
    439982684212
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass177,055 miles (+8,253)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    177,055 miles
    Test number
    696822503382
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to limit

  20. Pass168,802 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    168,802 miles
    Test number
    138974402316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail168,801 miles (+15,063)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,801 miles
    Test number
    495704002461
    • FailureBrake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass153,738 miles (+11,635)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    153,738 miles
    Test number
    645588001366
    • NoteRemoved objects from dashboard,obscuring view of road

  23. Pass142,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    142,103 miles
    Test number
    264141680293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail142,103 miles (+14,109)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,103 miles
    Test number
    891061780284
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureBrake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass127,994 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    127,994 miles
    Test number
    453069109410
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteExhaust downpipe to silencer clamp loose but exhaust not insecure.
    • NoteNearside wiper blade starting to split.

  26. Fail127,991 miles (+14,843)10 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,991 miles
    Test number
    171794009354
    • FailureBrake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteExhaust downpipe to silencer clamp loose but exhaust not insecure.
    • NoteNearside wiper blade starting to split.

  27. Pass113,148 miles (+17,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    113,148 miles
    Test number
    633596208350
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail96,026 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,026 miles
    Test number
    660664737397
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass96,026 miles (+27,893)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    96,026 miles
    Test number
    784304437365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass68,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    68,133 miles
    Test number
    331885836324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail68,133 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,133 miles
    Test number
    382795036359
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about LL53 TCX

Does LL53 TCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 TCX is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 TCX?
The MOT on LL53 TCX is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 TCX done?
LL53 TCX was recorded at 245,846 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 9,172 miles a year.
Has LL53 TCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 TCX has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL53 TCX 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 LL53 TCX find?
LL53 TCX passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 13 more.

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