Mercedes Motor Caravan

Green and White · Petrol · 1985 · 2,299 cc

B242 KTOMOT history

B242 KTO is a green and white petrol Mercedes Motor Caravan first used on 1 Jun 1985. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 74,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2023
Mileage
74,036 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B242 KTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
Motor Caravan
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
1 Jun 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

B242 KTO was last recorded at 74,036 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,457 miles · 9 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
579 miles
Average per year
796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,036 miles
  • 2020 – 73,457 miles
  • 2018 – 73,257 miles
  • 2016 – 73,108 miles
  • 2015 – 72,916 miles
  • 2014 – 72,738 miles
  • 2013 – 72,135 miles
  • 2012 – 71,782 miles
  • 2011 – 71,250 miles
  • 2010 – 69,950 miles
  • 2009 – 68,319 miles
  • 2008 – 67,932 miles
  • 2007 – 66,626 miles
  • 2006 – 61,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,036 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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 Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,036 miles (+579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    74,036 miles
    Test number
    109665518344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,457 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,457 miles
    Test number
    962766867409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail73,457 miles (+200)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,457 miles
    Test number
    542017721012
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Between compensator and flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass73,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,257 miles
    Test number
    882168020199
    • 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))

  5. Fail73,257 miles (+149)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,257 miles
    Test number
    803779852306
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass73,108 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,108 miles
    Test number
    286596663478
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrossion at bonnet securing latch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat latch worn

  7. Fail73,108 miles (+192)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,108 miles
    Test number
    995462670039
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrossion at bonnet securing latch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat latch worn

  8. Pass72,916 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,916 miles
    Test number
    219296755196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,915 miles (+177)2 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,915 miles
    Test number
    349624855178
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  10. Fail72,738 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,738 miles
    Test number
    175532134151
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

  11. Pass72,738 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    72,738 miles
    Test number
    658102134169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,135 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,135 miles
    Test number
    459210953149
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail72,111 miles (+329)1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,111 miles
    Test number
    858294343165
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass71,782 miles (+532)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    71,782 miles
    Test number
    237100562426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,250 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,250 miles
    Test number
    237381351155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,950 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,950 miles
    Test number
    850242960149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,938 miles (+1,619)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,938 miles
    Test number
    892911160104
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass68,319 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    68,319 miles
    Test number
    741012059179
    • NoteNo plate lamp is damaged

  19. Fail68,319 miles (+387)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,319 miles
    Test number
    552446449175
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNo plate lamp is damaged

  20. Pass67,932 miles (+1,306)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,932 miles
    Test number
    732121238131
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteHand brake has not much reserve travel
    • NoteRear number plate light is slightly damaged

  21. Pass66,626 miles (+5,227)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    66,626 miles
    Test number
    334691727116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    61,399 miles
    Test number
    301432336191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B242 KTO

Does B242 KTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B242 KTO expired on 30 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B242 KTO?
The MOT on B242 KTO expired on 30 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B242 KTO done?
B242 KTO was recorded at 74,036 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 796 miles a year.
Has B242 KTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B242 KTO has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on B242 KTO 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 B242 KTO find?
B242 KTO passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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