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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

LX56 VRYMOT history

LX56 VRY is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 197,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

LX56 VRY white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
197,879 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 VRY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 VRY was last recorded at 197,879 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 8,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,240 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,639 miles
Average per year
9,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,879 miles
  • 2025 – 189,240 miles
  • 2024 – 181,001 miles
  • 2023 – 173,557 miles
  • 2022 – 164,378 miles
  • 2020 – 158,856 miles
  • 2019 – 156,034 miles
  • 2018 – 148,075 miles
  • 2017 – 139,260 miles
  • 2016 – 129,832 miles
  • 2015 – 117,596 miles
  • 2014 – 105,749 miles
  • 2013 – 92,563 miles
  • 2012 – 74,952 miles
  • 2010 – 57,217 miles
  • 2009 – 41,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,879 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,879 miles (+8,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    197,879 miles
    Test number
    642153701199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass189,240 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    189,240 miles
    Test number
    145723231398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail189,235 miles (+8,234)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,235 miles
    Test number
    766576139363
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass181,001 miles (+7,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    181,001 miles
    Test number
    198645449871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass173,557 miles (+9,179)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    173,557 miles
    Test number
    436328351588
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass164,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    164,378 miles
    Test number
    106564432922
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail164,378 miles (+5,522)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,378 miles
    Test number
    905813169804
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass158,856 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    158,856 miles
    Test number
    531358662254
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake system needs adjustment or repair
  9. Fail158,856 miles (+2,822)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,856 miles
    Test number
    203451171033
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake system needs adjustment or repair
  10. Pass156,034 miles (+7,959)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    156,034 miles
    Test number
    764303567261
    • AdvisoryBoth door lower mirror missing
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass148,075 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,075 miles
    Test number
    303140888445
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack gaitor slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail148,075 miles (+8,815)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,075 miles
    Test number
    516294664887
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack gaitor slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass139,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    139,260 miles
    Test number
    487353633174
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Fail139,259 miles (+9,427)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,259 miles
    Test number
    886071128870
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass129,832 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    129,832 miles
    Test number
    917795628910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail129,832 miles (+12,236)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,832 miles
    Test number
    950445318957
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside seat belt locking mechanism casing insecure
  17. Pass117,596 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    117,596 miles
    Test number
    339224305122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail117,487 miles (+11,738)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,487 miles
    Test number
    675109295071
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Pass105,749 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,749 miles
    Test number
    365253394053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail105,334 miles (+12,771)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,334 miles
    Test number
    119769974498
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass92,563 miles (+90)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    92,563 miles
    Test number
    355435793099
    • NoteEngine management warning light illuminated
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  22. Fail92,473 miles (+17,521)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,473 miles
    Test number
    327203593064
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine management warning light illuminated
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  23. Pass74,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    74,952 miles
    Test number
    687455502024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail74,952 miles (+17,735)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,952 miles
    Test number
    508064002065
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass57,217 miles (+15,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    57,217 miles
    Test number
    640546330298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass41,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,721 miles
    Test number
    264960839247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail41,712 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,712 miles
    Test number
    382860439269
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in o\s track rod end
    • NoteWiper split

Questions about LX56 VRY

Does LX56 VRY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 VRY is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 VRY?
The MOT on LX56 VRY is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 VRY done?
LX56 VRY was recorded at 197,879 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 9,377 miles a year.
Has LX56 VRY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 VRY has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LX56 VRY 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 LX56 VRY find?
LX56 VRY passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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