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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

S748 VWEMOT history

S748 VWE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 131,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2026
Mileage
131,930 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S748 VWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S748 VWE was last recorded at 131,930 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 7,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,607 miles · 12 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7,323 miles
Average per year
4,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,930 miles
  • 2024 – 124,607 miles
  • 2023 – 122,482 miles
  • 2022 – 120,524 miles
  • 2021 – 117,535 miles
  • 2020 – 115,608 miles
  • 2019 – 114,958 miles
  • 2018 – 112,861 miles
  • 2017 – 110,165 miles
  • 2016 – 107,196 miles
  • 2015 – 103,714 miles
  • 2014 – 97,923 miles
  • 2013 – 93,895 miles
  • 2012 – 83,173 miles
  • 2011 – 80,656 miles
  • 2010 – 74,196 miles
  • 2007 – 55,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,930 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Some surface corrosion on both rear brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Manufacturer engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 13 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,930 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    131,930 miles
    Test number
    443600398429
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail131,930 miles (+7,323)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,930 miles
    Test number
    936184589610
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,607 miles
    Test number
    733594304954
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Some surface corrosion on both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail124,607 miles (+2,125)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,607 miles
    Test number
    829954487705
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Some surface corrosion on both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass122,482 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    122,482 miles
    Test number
    670416864374
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened some surface corrosion on rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufacturer engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

  6. Fail122,481 miles (+1,957)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,481 miles
    Test number
    559113221557
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufacturer engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

  7. Pass120,524 miles (+2,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,524 miles
    Test number
    878177336385
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

  8. Pass117,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,535 miles
    Test number
    388155792989
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR OUTER TYRE WALLS PERISHED, NO CORDS EXPOSED

  9. Fail117,535 miles (+1,927)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,535 miles
    Test number
    163646178972
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR OUTER TYRE WALLS PERISHED, NO CORDS EXPOSED

  10. Pass115,608 miles (+650)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,608 miles
    Test number
    951996790018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,958 miles
    Test number
    805418716552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,958 miles (+2,097)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,958 miles
    Test number
    198303753382
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass112,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    112,861 miles
    Test number
    195218567998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,861 miles (+2,696)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,861 miles
    Test number
    647526484105
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass110,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,165 miles
    Test number
    348153269467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,165 miles (+2,969)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,165 miles
    Test number
    705104636970
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass107,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    107,196 miles
    Test number
    317932681695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail107,196 miles (+3,482)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,196 miles
    Test number
    745116897763
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass103,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,714 miles
    Test number
    358574485069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail103,714 miles (+5,791)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,714 miles
    Test number
    919022385074
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass97,923 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,923 miles
    Test number
    376560984044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,917 miles (+4,022)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,917 miles
    Test number
    375156274091
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass93,895 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,895 miles
    Test number
    215525613174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail93,877 miles (+10,704)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,877 miles
    Test number
    796843913138
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass83,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,173 miles
    Test number
    515599182010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail83,173 miles (+2,517)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,173 miles
    Test number
    127408182038
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass80,656 miles (+6,460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    80,656 miles
    Test number
    677165511287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass74,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,196 miles
    Test number
    504190700235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,299 km (+8,087)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,299 km
    Test number
    623602069167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass58,212 km
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,212 km
    Test number
    821179568108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail58,212 km5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,212 km
    Test number
    880219068167
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  32. Pass55,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,561 miles
    Test number
    763706167133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail55,551 km4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,551 km
    Test number
    820344467125
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Questions about S748 VWE

Does S748 VWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S748 VWE expired on 26 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S748 VWE?
The MOT on S748 VWE expired on 26 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S748 VWE done?
S748 VWE was recorded at 131,930 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 4,276 miles a year.
Has S748 VWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S748 VWE has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S748 VWE 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 S748 VWE find?
S748 VWE passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both sides.

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