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Mercedes-Benz Vaneo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 SUFMOT history

LM03 SUF is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz Vaneo first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 86,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2024
Mileage
86,340 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2021
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 SUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vaneo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 SUF was last recorded at 86,340 miles on 16 Jan 2021, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,337 miles · 8 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 86,340 miles
  • 2018 – 72,205 miles
  • 2017 – 59,522 miles
  • 2016 – 57,147 miles
  • 2015 – 54,035 miles
  • 2014 – 48,804 miles
  • 2013 – 44,146 miles
  • 2012 – 40,788 miles
  • 2011 – 37,852 miles
  • 2010 – 34,938 miles
  • 2009 – 31,212 miles
  • 2008 – 27,207 miles
  • 2007 – 21,404 miles
  • 2006 – 13,293 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOffside Front body has surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear underbody has general corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    973782388410
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body has surface corrosion
  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    633381074067
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body has surface corrosion
  3. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    755671176920
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody has general corrosion
  4. FailMileage not read2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    416382852315
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody has general corrosion
  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    717991814298
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    136618079148
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass86,340 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,340 miles
    Test number
    333337485027
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting have slight play
  8. Fail86,337 miles5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,337 miles
    Test number
    318614429422
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged cut in webbing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting have slight play
  9. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    153705610121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. FailMileage not read2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    700568499189
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively noisy when driving lock to lock no play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass72,205 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,205 miles
    Test number
    467804154647
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre very low on tread
    • AdvisoryOnly one passenger seat fitted (off side rear)
  12. Fail72,205 miles (+12,683)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,205 miles
    Test number
    863247588483
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken Nearside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Offside front (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Nearside rear (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working Nearside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play Offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre very low on tread
    • AdvisoryOnly one passenger seat fitted (off side rear)
  13. Pass59,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,522 miles
    Test number
    895368717273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,522 miles (+2,375)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,522 miles
    Test number
    666176332310
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  15. Pass57,147 miles (+3,112)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    57,147 miles
    Test number
    473069757509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,035 miles (+10)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,035 miles
    Test number
    299514295118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBodywork poor
    • NoteExhaust corroded
  17. Fail54,025 miles (+5,221)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,025 miles
    Test number
    227848485479
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBodywork poor
    • NoteExhaust corroded
  18. Pass48,804 miles (+4,658)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,804 miles
    Test number
    639635994136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion on wheel arches
  19. Pass44,146 miles (+3,358)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,146 miles
    Test number
    187480893190
    • NoteBODYWORK POOR
    • NoteEXHAUST CORRODED
  20. Pass40,788 miles (+2,936)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    40,788 miles
    Test number
    276831892468
    • NoteSrs light on
  21. Pass37,852 miles (+2,914)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,852 miles
    Test number
    707338971151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    34,938 miles
    Test number
    362986490135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,938 miles (+3,726)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,938 miles
    Test number
    421956890138
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass31,212 miles (+4,005)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,212 miles
    Test number
    293400299112
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low on inner edge
  25. Pass27,207 miles (+5,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,207 miles
    Test number
    992443798119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  26. Pass21,404 miles (+8,111)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,404 miles
    Test number
    284220597441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,293 miles
    Test number
    563771896129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 SUF

Does LM03 SUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 SUF expired on 30 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 SUF?
The MOT on LM03 SUF expired on 30 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 SUF done?
LM03 SUF was recorded at 86,340 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2021, an average of 5,030 miles a year.
Has LM03 SUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 SUF has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 SUF 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 LM03 SUF find?
LM03 SUF passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front body has surface corrosion.

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