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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,151 cc

V8 LALMOT history

V8 LAL is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 19 MOT tests, with 172,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

V8 LAL white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
172,862 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
19
19 passed · 0 failed
Per year
8,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 LAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 LAL was last recorded at 172,862 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 2,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
169,906 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,956 miles
Average per year
8,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,862 miles
  • 2023 – 169,906 miles
  • 2022 – 163,087 miles
  • 2021 – 153,419 miles
  • 2020 – 145,227 miles
  • 2019 – 136,349 miles
  • 2018 – 124,868 miles
  • 2017 – 108,579 miles
  • 2016 – 101,374 miles
  • 2015 – 98,203 miles
  • 2014 – 95,656 miles
  • 2013 – 87,082 miles
  • 2012 – 76,205 miles
  • 2011 – 67,781 miles
  • 2010 – 58,878 miles
  • 2009 – 50,721 miles
  • 2008 – 42,135 miles
  • 2007 – 33,362 miles
  • 2006 – 25,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,862 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,862 miles (+2,956)3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    172,862 miles
    Test number
    213919157244
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass169,906 miles (+6,819)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    169,906 miles
    Test number
    638537105019
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported rear to front (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass163,087 miles (+9,668)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    163,087 miles
    Test number
    671785067784
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass153,419 miles (+8,192)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    153,419 miles
    Test number
    971306216083
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear pads wearing (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes corroding in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front step corroding slightly...seal is secured by tape ... benefit of doubt given ....cannot assess fully
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass145,227 miles (+8,878)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,227 miles
    Test number
    684512720274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,349 miles (+11,481)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    136,349 miles
    Test number
    271074327368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,868 miles (+16,289)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    124,868 miles
    Test number
    392899584643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,579 miles (+7,205)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    108,579 miles
    Test number
    235068418230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,374 miles (+3,171)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    101,374 miles
    Test number
    396544093083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,203 miles (+2,547)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    98,203 miles
    Test number
    514015763978
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake discs pitted
    • AdvisoryFront Play in anti roll bar drop link bushes
    • AdvisoryRear Play in anti roll bar D-bushes
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass95,656 miles (+8,574)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    95,656 miles
    Test number
    287703554328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,082 miles (+10,877)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    87,082 miles
    Test number
    916160053306
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion around windscreen
    • NoteDamp around high pressure pump but not visually leaking at time of test
    • NoteSlight knock from steering rack

  13. Pass76,205 miles (+8,424)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    76,205 miles
    Test number
    938147042327
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass67,781 miles (+8,903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    67,781 miles
    Test number
    495794551483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  15. Pass58,878 miles (+8,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,878 miles
    Test number
    671124440328
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass50,721 miles (+8,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,721 miles
    Test number
    960975249351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass42,135 miles (+8,773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,135 miles
    Test number
    404057848453
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass33,362 miles (+8,173)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    33,362 miles
    Test number
    333781447363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    25,189 miles
    Test number
    790959936399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 LAL

Does V8 LAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 LAL expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 LAL?
The MOT on V8 LAL expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 LAL done?
V8 LAL was recorded at 172,862 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 8,050 miles a year.
Has V8 LAL ever failed its MOT?
No. V8 LAL has passed all 19 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on V8 LAL 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 V8 LAL find?
V8 LAL passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 3 minor defects and 14 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light, and 14 more.

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