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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2002 · 2,151 cc

LX02 OVAMOT history

LX02 OVA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 197,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2024.

LX02 OVA white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2025
Mileage
197,272 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2024
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 OVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 OVA was last recorded at 197,272 miles on 28 Feb 2024, 1,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,165 miles · 19 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,107 miles
Average per year
6,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 197,272 miles
  • 2023 – 187,510 miles
  • 2022 – 184,423 miles
  • 2021 – 181,825 miles
  • 2019 – 179,523 miles
  • 2018 – 177,203 miles
  • 2016 – 174,885 miles
  • 2015 – 169,715 miles
  • 2014 – 164,271 miles
  • 2013 – 157,106 miles
  • 2012 – 149,993 miles
  • 2011 – 144,798 miles
  • 2010 – 138,456 miles
  • 2009 – 131,019 miles
  • 2008 – 122,679 miles
  • 2007 – 103,509 miles
  • 2006 – 81,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,272 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (5.3.6 (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.

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,272 miles (+1,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    197,272 miles
    Test number
    182198128424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail196,165 miles (+8,655)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,165 miles
    Test number
    799684041002
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side low reading (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen

  3. Pass187,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    187,510 miles
    Test number
    634717741589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail187,507 miles (+4)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,507 miles
    Test number
    448878380044
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail187,503 miles (+3,080)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,503 miles
    Test number
    307547970589
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass184,423 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    184,423 miles
    Test number
    311597999625
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail184,423 miles (+2,598)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,423 miles
    Test number
    858320399159
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass181,825 miles (+2,302)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    181,825 miles
    Test number
    141326446236
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass179,523 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    179,523 miles
    Test number
    638756101580
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail179,523 miles (+2,320)1 dangerous4 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,523 miles
    Test number
    137635069440
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the presented axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass177,203 miles (+21)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    177,203 miles
    Test number
    929272138155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded valve to hose both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail177,182 miles (+2,297)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,182 miles
    Test number
    449052693523
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded valve to hose both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass174,885 miles (+5,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    174,885 miles
    Test number
    256144013998
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass169,715 miles (+5,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    169,715 miles
    Test number
    599041505224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass164,271 miles (+7,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    164,271 miles
    Test number
    438107124271
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass157,106 miles (+7,113)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    157,106 miles
    Test number
    416450113281
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  17. Pass149,993 miles (+5,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    149,993 miles
    Test number
    668351102211
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass144,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    144,798 miles
    Test number
    856130031207
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail144,798 miles (+6,342)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,798 miles
    Test number
    369264921266
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass138,456 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    138,456 miles
    Test number
    890566550264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail138,456 miles (+7,437)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,456 miles
    Test number
    590626750220
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass131,019 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    131,019 miles
    Test number
    872398659250
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail131,019 miles (+8,340)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,019 miles
    Test number
    113597959216
    • FailureCentre Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass122,679 miles (+11)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    122,679 miles
    Test number
    541397748280
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Fail122,668 miles (+19,159)7 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,668 miles
    Test number
    380105348299
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass103,509 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    103,509 miles
    Test number
    201548267232
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/R hub oil seal leaking

  27. Fail103,509 miles (+22,137)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,509 miles
    Test number
    300014467250
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/R hub seal leaking

  28. Pass81,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    81,372 miles
    Test number
    114946256217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail81,372 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,372 miles
    Test number
    342926656265
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LX02 OVA

Does LX02 OVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 OVA expired on 27 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 OVA?
The MOT on LX02 OVA expired on 27 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 OVA done?
LX02 OVA was recorded at 197,272 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2024, an average of 6,638 miles a year.
Has LX02 OVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 OVA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LX02 OVA 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 LX02 OVA find?
LX02 OVA passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills.

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