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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Turquoise · Diesel · 1998 · 2,299 cc

S43 UBEMOT history

S43 UBE is a turquoise diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 81,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,797 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
2,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 UBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 UBE was last recorded at 81,797 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,789 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,797 miles
  • 2025 – 81,789 miles
  • 2023 – 81,723 miles
  • 2020 – 81,678 miles
  • 2019 – 81,068 miles
  • 2018 – 80,195 miles
  • 2017 – 79,284 miles
  • 2016 – 77,772 miles
  • 2015 – 76,438 miles
  • 2014 – 74,910 miles
  • 2013 – 70,816 miles
  • 2012 – 68,848 miles
  • 2011 – 67,062 miles
  • 2010 – 64,497 miles
  • 2009 – 60,081 miles
  • 2007 – 52,317 miles
  • 2006 – 41,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,797 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both front inner and outer sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both rear shocker casings deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,797 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,797 miles
    Test number
    547764026836
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass81,789 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    81,789 miles
    Test number
    499998948038
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass81,723 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    81,723 miles
    Test number
    109475618337
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Fail81,715 miles (+37)4 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,715 miles
    Test number
    342556311398
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision Full length of inner and outer sil (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision FULL LENGTH OF INNER AND OUTER SIL (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass81,678 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,678 miles
    Test number
    932672821860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail81,668 miles (+600)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,668 miles
    Test number
    917760068864
    • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,068 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,068 miles
    Test number
    598620204042
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker casings deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  8. Fail81,058 miles (+863)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,058 miles
    Test number
    817447971963
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker casings deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  9. Pass80,195 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,195 miles
    Test number
    778301723280
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  10. Fail80,190 miles (+906)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,190 miles
    Test number
    207193267179
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  11. Pass79,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,284 miles
    Test number
    443364779397
    • AdvisoryO/s rear lens cracked

  12. Fail79,279 miles (+1,507)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,279 miles
    Test number
    563376132019
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle n/s front (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play n/s (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear lens cracked

  13. Pass77,772 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,772 miles
    Test number
    806465851070
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s front (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail77,768 miles (+1,330)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,768 miles
    Test number
    944291070297
    • FailureRear wheel bearing rough when rotated n/s rear (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s front (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass76,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,438 miles
    Test number
    419970225070
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  16. Fail76,438 miles (+1,528)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,438 miles
    Test number
    365730225078
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass74,910 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,910 miles
    Test number
    349210734098
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear discs corroded inner surfaces.

  18. Fail74,910 miles (+4,094)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,910 miles
    Test number
    199770634040
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear discs corroded inner surfaces.

  19. Pass70,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,816 miles
    Test number
    965679923071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,816 miles (+1,968)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,816 miles
    Test number
    129719323472
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass68,848 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    68,848 miles
    Test number
    727575922017
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteNearside front track arm slight play
    • NoteOffside drive shaft oil seal leaking slightly
    • NoteOffside front track arm slight play
    • NoteOffside rear light cluster cracked

  22. Fail68,848 miles (+1,786)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,848 miles
    Test number
    327965722078
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front track arm slight play
    • NoteOffside drive shaft oil seal leaking slightly
    • NoteOffside front track arm slight play
    • NoteOffside rear light cluster cracked

  23. Pass67,062 miles (+8)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,062 miles
    Test number
    875128421024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteBoth front inner driveshaft boots badly split
    • NoteOffside rear light lens cracked

  24. Fail67,054 miles (+2,557)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,054 miles
    Test number
    727047821017
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteBoth front inner driveshaft boots badly split
    • NoteOffside rear light lens cracked

  25. Pass64,497 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    291777320019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail64,497 miles (+4,416)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    323596020004
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass60,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,081 miles
    Test number
    760632329051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,081 miles (+7,764)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,081 miles
    Test number
    964952929045
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass52,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    52,317 miles
    Test number
    831911447275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail52,317 miles (+3,256)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,317 miles
    Test number
    133230247283
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass49,061 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,061 miles
    Test number
    731785367074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail49,042 miles (+7,484)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,042 miles
    Test number
    674800467006
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass41,558 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,558 miles
    Test number
    651859236049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail41,314 miles1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,314 miles
    Test number
    743181236092
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S43 UBE

Does S43 UBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 UBE is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 UBE?
The MOT on S43 UBE is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 UBE done?
S43 UBE was recorded at 81,797 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 2,029 miles a year.
Has S43 UBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 UBE has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S43 UBE 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 S43 UBE find?
S43 UBE passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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