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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

V59 VWLMOT history

V59 VWL is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 25 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 182,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2026
Mileage
182,437 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V59 VWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V59 VWL was last recorded at 182,437 miles on 18 Mar 2025, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,412 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
5,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,437 miles
  • 2024 – 177,666 miles
  • 2023 – 175,574 miles
  • 2022 – 175,466 miles
  • 2021 – 168,083 miles
  • 2020 – 168,083 miles
  • 2019 – 165,486 miles
  • 2018 – 160,258 miles
  • 2017 – 158,443 miles
  • 2016 – 149,950 miles
  • 2015 – 144,029 miles
  • 2014 – 144,004 miles
  • 2013 – 142,279 miles
  • 2012 – 137,295 miles
  • 2011 – 131,073 miles
  • 2010 – 123,117 miles
  • 2009 – 113,124 miles
  • 2008 – 103,054 miles
  • 2007 – 95,910 miles
  • 2006 – 86,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,437 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUndersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,437 miles (+25)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    182,437 miles
    Test number
    246565916624
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndersealed
  2. Fail182,412 miles (+4,746)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,412 miles
    Test number
    207838524100
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndersealed
  3. Pass177,666 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    177,666 miles
    Test number
    984465823580
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
  4. Fail177,663 miles (+2,089)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,663 miles
    Test number
    407899006492
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
  5. Pass175,574 miles (+108)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    175,574 miles
    Test number
    896711794145
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lense damaged /missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front battery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer rear outer wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Fail175,466 miles (+30)1 dangerous15 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,466 miles
    Test number
    787990821599
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody panels corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded including suspension components
  7. Fail175,436 miles (+7,353)1 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,436 miles
    Test number
    989925204196
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust blowing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass168,083 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    168,083 miles
    Test number
    388561275195
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail168,083 miles (+2,597)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,083 miles
    Test number
    850066813661
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass165,486 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    165,486 miles
    Test number
    621701762565
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front WHEEL BOLT HOLES WORN
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing VERY BADLY PERRISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail165,486 miles (+5,228)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,486 miles
    Test number
    706042344291
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front WHEEL BOLT HOLES WORN
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing VERY BADLY PERRISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass160,258 miles (+91)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    160,258 miles
    Test number
    881668097191
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front brake flexible hoses cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear brake flexible hoses cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracking heavily
    • AdvisorySmall hole in nearside front sill
  13. Fail160,167 miles (+1,724)1 dangerous5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,167 miles
    Test number
    970287231625
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front brake flexible hoses cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear brake flexible hoses cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracking heavily
    • AdvisorySmall hole in nearside front sill
  14. Pass158,443 miles (+8,493)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    158,443 miles
    Test number
    354248236780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE CRACKED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  15. Pass149,950 miles (+5,921)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    149,950 miles
    Test number
    374011127224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking
  16. Pass144,029 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    144,029 miles
    Test number
    500937353997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass144,004 miles (+1,725)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    144,004 miles
    Test number
    339180194422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass142,279 miles (+4,984)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    142,279 miles
    Test number
    366814893431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass137,295 miles (+6,222)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    137,295 miles
    Test number
    439149082288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass131,073 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    131,073 miles
    Test number
    739143281228
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/f indicator lense
    • NoteSlight lift in o/s/f lower ball joint
  21. Fail131,073 miles (+7,956)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,073 miles
    Test number
    795671781287
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/f indicator lense
    • NoteSlight lift in o/s/f lower ball joint
  22. Pass123,117 miles (+9,993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    123,117 miles
    Test number
    300244490268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Pass113,124 miles (+10,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    113,124 miles
    Test number
    690125189269
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Pass103,054 miles (+7,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    103,054 miles
    Test number
    873164698200
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  25. Pass95,910 miles (+9,763)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    95,910 miles
    Test number
    872195597256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass86,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    86,147 miles
    Test number
    941797996270
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about V59 VWL

Does V59 VWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V59 VWL expired on 17 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V59 VWL?
The MOT on V59 VWL expired on 17 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V59 VWL done?
V59 VWL was recorded at 182,437 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2025, an average of 5,234 miles a year.
Has V59 VWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V59 VWL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V59 VWL 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 V59 VWL find?
V59 VWL passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: brake load sensing valve stiff; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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