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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,874 cc

V53 JMAMOT history

V53 JMA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 1 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2023 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 171,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2022.

V53 JMA white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2023
Mileage
171,554 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2022
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 JMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 JMA was last recorded at 171,554 miles on 20 Jul 2022, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,532 miles · 18 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
5,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 171,554 miles
  • 2020 – 170,844 miles
  • 2018 – 165,656 miles
  • 2017 – 158,717 miles
  • 2016 – 146,490 miles
  • 2008 – 89,320 miles
  • 2007 – 82,032 miles
  • 2006 – 77,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,554 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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

11 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,554 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    171,554 miles
    Test number
    139450142508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail171,532 miles (+688)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,532 miles
    Test number
    795252157801
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass170,844 miles (+5,188)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    170,844 miles
    Test number
    989118011196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass165,656 miles (+6,939)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    165,656 miles
    Test number
    831400198686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass158,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    158,717 miles
    Test number
    718833044639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail158,717 miles (+12,227)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,717 miles
    Test number
    298427882530
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  7. Pass146,490 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    146,490 miles
    Test number
    556163329732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  8. Fail146,490 miles (+57,170)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,490 miles
    Test number
    518877235138
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  9. Pass89,320 miles (+7,288)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    89,320 miles
    Test number
    364131748245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,032 miles (+4,040)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    82,032 miles
    Test number
    142357387019
    • NoteOil leak
  11. Pass77,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    77,992 miles
    Test number
    523550396011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V53 JMA

Does V53 JMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V53 JMA expired on 19 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V53 JMA?
The MOT on V53 JMA expired on 19 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V53 JMA done?
V53 JMA was recorded at 171,554 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2022, an average of 5,739 miles a year.
Has V53 JMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 JMA has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on V53 JMA 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 V53 JMA find?
V53 JMA passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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