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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,998 cc

S44 LENMOT history

S44 LEN is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 2 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 221,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

S44 LEN black Mercedes-Benz Vito – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
221,934 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
15,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 LEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 LEN was last recorded at 221,934 miles on 20 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,934 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
15,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,934 miles
  • 2025 – 216,529 miles
  • 2024 – 212,780 miles
  • 2023 – 212,647 miles
  • 2022 – 203,591 miles
  • 2021 – 194,567 miles
  • 2020 – 172,995 miles
  • 2019 – 150,146 miles
  • 2018 – 122,245 miles
  • 2017 – 96,550 miles
  • 2016 – 74,712 miles
  • 2015 – 43,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,934 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,934 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    221,934 miles
    Test number
    198781042949
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail221,934 miles (+5,405)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,934 miles
    Test number
    815191593930
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass216,529 miles (+3,749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    216,529 miles
    Test number
    892030338116
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass212,780 miles (+133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    212,780 miles
    Test number
    886354600112
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail212,647 miles (+9,056)2 dangerous4 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,647 miles
    Test number
    154484607131
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  6. Pass203,591 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    203,591 miles
    Test number
    388898371920
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise - replacement (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail203,591 miles (+9,024)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,591 miles
    Test number
    672954124655
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise - replacement (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass194,567 miles (+21,572)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    194,567 miles
    Test number
    228266348784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass172,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    172,995 miles
    Test number
    287117827500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail172,994 miles (+22,848)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,994 miles
    Test number
    155300846491
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure clamp - missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure bracket - broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass150,146 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    150,146 miles
    Test number
    171599969596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail150,072 miles (+27,827)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,072 miles
    Test number
    116000930471
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Lower Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass122,245 miles (+25,695)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    122,245 miles
    Test number
    388417285464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,550 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    96,550 miles
    Test number
    379074178310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Fail96,550 miles (+21,838)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,550 miles
    Test number
    619741558367
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Pass74,712 miles (+5,777)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    74,712 miles
    Test number
    726745747960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,935 miles (+25,277)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,935 miles
    Test number
    348508655178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,658 miles
    Test number
    339817055005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 LEN

Does S44 LEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 LEN is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 LEN?
The MOT on S44 LEN is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 LEN done?
S44 LEN was recorded at 221,934 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 15,878 miles a year.
Has S44 LEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 LEN has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S44 LEN 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 S44 LEN find?
S44 LEN passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear outer suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear outer suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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