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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2011 · 2,148 cc

LM61 VNSMOT history

LM61 VNS is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 7 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 299,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

LM61 VNS white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
299,755 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
19,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 VNS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 VNS was last recorded at 299,755 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
299,755 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
19,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 299,755 miles
  • 2024 – 283,403 miles
  • 2023 – 266,471 miles
  • 2022 – 245,363 miles
  • 2021 – 227,520 miles
  • 2020 – 188,570 miles
  • 2019 – 173,964 miles
  • 2018 – 164,387 miles
  • 2017 – 154,052 miles
  • 2016 – 135,004 miles
  • 2015 – 100,366 miles
  • 2014 – 68,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass299,755 miles

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass299,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    299,755 miles
    Test number
    768733215293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail299,755 miles (+16,352)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,755 miles
    Test number
    399312111888
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake locking device ineffective clip fouling (1.1.21 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamp not working
  3. Pass283,403 miles (+16,932)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    283,403 miles
    Test number
    969341460392
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
  4. Pass266,471 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    266,471 miles
    Test number
    562789280821
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Fail266,471 miles (+21,108)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,471 miles
    Test number
    355069123189
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Pass245,363 miles (+17,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    245,363 miles
    Test number
    593909371868
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  7. Pass227,520 miles (+243)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    227,520 miles
    Test number
    557804390546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail227,277 miles (+38,707)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,277 miles
    Test number
    849235959132
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass188,570 miles (+14,606)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    188,570 miles
    Test number
    604030969452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass173,964 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    173,964 miles
    Test number
    666740312609
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 1 x main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail173,964 miles (+9,577)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,964 miles
    Test number
    879186099715
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn eye bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 1 x main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass164,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    164,387 miles
    Test number
    811517730829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail164,387 miles (+10,335)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,387 miles
    Test number
    502011154603
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  14. Pass154,052 miles (+19,048)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    154,052 miles
    Test number
    271893208312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass135,004 miles (+34,638)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    135,004 miles
    Test number
    382506380696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,366 miles (+32,106)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    100,366 miles
    Test number
    806798495022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,260 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    68,260 miles
    Test number
    946678694089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LM61 VNS

Does LM61 VNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 VNS is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 VNS?
The MOT on LM61 VNS is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 VNS done?
LM61 VNS was recorded at 299,755 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 19,980 miles a year.
Has LM61 VNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 VNS has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 VNS 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 LM61 VNS find?
LM61 VNS passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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