
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,151 cc
X78 LTXMOT history
X78 LTX is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 102,065 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 16 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 102,065 mi
- At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 21 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 3,282 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X78 LTX
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,151 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2000
- First used
- 31 Dec 2000
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
X78 LTX was last recorded at 102,065 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 102,060 miles · 3 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 5 miles
- Average per year
- 3,282 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 102,065 miles
- 2025 – 95,788 miles
- 2024 – 85,483 miles
- 2023 – 74,578 miles
- 2022 – 64,080 miles
- 2021 – 59,625 miles
- 2020 – 57,133 miles
- 2019 – 55,754 miles
- 2018 – 54,301 miles
- 2017 – 52,822 miles
- 2016 – 51,402 miles
- 2015 – 49,962 miles
- 2013 – 47,169 miles
- 2012 – 45,696 miles
- 2011 – 44,173 miles
- 2010 – 42,472 miles
- 2009 – 40,679 miles
- 2008 – 39,079 miles
- 2007 – 37,376 miles
- 2006 – 35,682 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryStrong advise sills inner /outer and front wheel arches patch welded every were smothered in thick tar like substance strong advise
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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024
Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides tarnishing
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Lower door corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened strong advise
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear hub seal damp
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
33 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass102,065 miles (+5)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 102,065 miles
- Test number
- 259202767785
- AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryStrong advise sills inner /outer and front wheel arches patch welded every were smothered in thick tar like substance strong advise
Fail102,060 miles (+6,272)9 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,060 miles
- Test number
- 258585792951
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Pass95,788 miles (+5)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 95,788 miles
- Test number
- 766570774832
- MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides tarnishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower door corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened strong advise (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal damp
- AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll 4 arches corroded
- AdvisorySurface corrosion starting throughout
Fail95,783 miles (+10,300)3 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,783 miles
- Test number
- 565873445395
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides tarnishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower door corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened strong advise (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal damp
- AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll 4 arches corroded
- AdvisorySurface corrosion starting throughout
Pass85,483 miles (+795)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 85,483 miles
- Test number
- 403705733084
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass84,688 miles (+5)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 84,688 miles
- Test number
- 988207565231
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail84,683 miles (+10,105)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,683 miles
- Test number
- 211845394476
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass74,578 miles (+10,498)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 74,578 miles
- Test number
- 251810362703
- AdvisoryCentral Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass64,080 miles (+5)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 64,080 miles
- Test number
- 392225722718
- MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened spring hangers x2 both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVarious repairs covered in underseal
Fail64,075 miles (+4,450)7 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,075 miles
- Test number
- 709065098424
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail previous welded plate loose! (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened spring hangers x2 both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass59,625 miles (+5)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 59,625 miles
- Test number
- 934386403219
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by rack (2.1.5 (a))
Fail59,620 miles (+2,487)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,620 miles
- Test number
- 694470017721
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by rack (2.1.5 (a))
Pass57,133 miles (+1,379)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 57,133 miles
- Test number
- 397402308914
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass55,754 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 55,754 miles
- Test number
- 795621829885
- AdvisorySteering rack has light misting of oil
Fail55,752 miles (+1,451)4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 55,752 miles
- Test number
- 208028556022
- MajorCentral Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
- AdvisorySteering rack has light misting of oil
Pass54,301 miles (+2)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 54,301 miles
- Test number
- 820045989119
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear rear differential has a slight leak
Fail54,299 miles (+1,477)2 failures11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,299 miles
- Test number
- 517785301766
- FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear rear differential has a slight leak
Pass52,822 miles (+5)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 52,822 miles
- Test number
- 314535617472
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion radiator (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail52,817 miles (+1,415)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,817 miles
- Test number
- 665288730278
- FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion radiator (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass51,402 miles (+1,440)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 51,402 miles
- Test number
- 897471264987
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,962 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 49,962 miles
- Test number
- 475932425010
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail49,957 miles (+2,788)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 49,957 miles
- Test number
- 179600725041
- FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Pass47,169 miles (+10)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 47,169 miles
- Test number
- 849408853036
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail47,159 miles (+1,463)4 failures2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,159 miles
- Test number
- 838057853054
- FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass45,696 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 45,696 miles
- Test number
- 195700882411
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Fail45,696 miles (+1,523)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 45,696 miles
- Test number
- 719740082095
- Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Pass44,173 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 44,173 miles
- Test number
- 506739161062
- AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteN/s tyre pressure low
Fail44,167 miles (+1,695)4 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,167 miles
- Test number
- 138909461045
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteN/s tyre pressure low
Pass42,472 miles (+1,793)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 42,472 miles
- Test number
- 623340670081
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,679 miles (+1,600)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 40,679 miles
- Test number
- 420849349032
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,079 miles (+1,703)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 39,079 miles
- Test number
- 303647338032
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass37,376 miles (+1,694)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 37,376 miles
- Test number
- 700443837046
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,682 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 35,682 miles
- Test number
- 680544526091
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about X78 LTX
- Does X78 LTX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X78 LTX is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on X78 LTX?
- The MOT on X78 LTX is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has X78 LTX done?
- X78 LTX was recorded at 102,065 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 3,282 miles a year.
- Has X78 LTX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X78 LTX has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on X78 LTX 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 X78 LTX find?
- X78 LTX passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front lower power steering component has slight seepage from a component; nearside front inner vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; strong advise sills inner /outer and front wheel arches patch welded every were smothered in thick tar like substance strong advise.
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