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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Yellow · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

LP16 ZDSMOT history

LP16 ZDS is a yellow diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 21 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 12 MOT tests, with 280,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

LP16 ZDS yellow Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
280,508 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
12
7 passed · 5 failed
Per year
31,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 ZDS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
21 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 ZDS was last recorded at 280,508 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 32,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
248,271 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
32,237 miles
Average per year
31,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 280,508 miles
  • 2024 – 248,271 miles
  • 2023 – 213,785 miles
  • 2022 – 162,049 miles
  • 2021 – 129,512 miles
  • 2020 – 106,139 miles
  • 2019 – 76,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass280,508 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • DRIVERS SEAT DAMAGED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 30 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass280,508 miles (+32,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    280,508 miles
    Test number
    605438889953
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass248,271 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    248,271 miles
    Test number
    578405780444
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDpf light on

  3. Fail248,271 miles (+34,486)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,271 miles
    Test number
    373646426342
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDpf light on

  4. Pass213,785 miles (+231)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    213,785 miles
    Test number
    565258530100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail213,554 miles (+51,505)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,554 miles
    Test number
    348724709976
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass162,049 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    162,049 miles
    Test number
    796042331373
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail162,049 miles (+32,537)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,049 miles
    Test number
    405191997986
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass129,512 miles (+23,373)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    129,512 miles
    Test number
    521335322673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,139 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,139 miles
    Test number
    117078047740
    • AdvisoryDRIVERS SEAT DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail106,131 miles (+29,465)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,131 miles
    Test number
    120844371510
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure U BOLT (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDRIVERS SEAT DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass76,666 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    76,666 miles
    Test number
    958779137293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,664 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,664 miles
    Test number
    433176418010
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Questions about LP16 ZDS

Does LP16 ZDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 ZDS is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP16 ZDS?
The MOT on LP16 ZDS is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP16 ZDS done?
LP16 ZDS was recorded at 280,508 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 31,455 miles a year.
Has LP16 ZDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 ZDS has failed 5 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LP16 ZDS 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 LP16 ZDS find?
LP16 ZDS passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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