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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,299 cc

S803 FWYMOT history

S803 FWY is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 24 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 102,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2024
Mileage
102,837 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S803 FWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S803 FWY was last recorded at 102,837 miles on 11 Nov 2024, 1,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,291 miles · 6 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,546 miles
Average per year
2,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,837 miles
  • 2023 – 101,291 miles
  • 2022 – 100,084 miles
  • 2021 – 98,057 miles
  • 2020 – 95,592 miles
  • 2019 – 91,888 miles
  • 2018 – 86,628 miles
  • 2017 – 80,831 miles
  • 2016 – 75,972 miles
  • 2015 – 73,278 miles
  • 2014 – 69,640 miles
  • 2013 – 66,814 miles
  • 2012 – 62,409 miles
  • 2011 – 60,457 miles
  • 2010 – 58,303 miles
  • 2009 – 58,200 miles
  • 2008 – 57,796 miles
  • 2007 – 57,539 miles
  • 2006 – 56,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,837 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear 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 Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • EML on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slight corrosion in front of fuel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in mounting clip

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill by jacking piont

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,837 miles (+1,546)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,837 miles
    Test number
    281066859065
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front
  2. Pass101,291 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    101,291 miles
    Test number
    121601823983
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML on
  3. Fail101,291 miles (+1,207)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,291 miles
    Test number
    708766460314
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner SILL corroded
  4. Pass100,084 miles (+2,027)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,084 miles
    Test number
    511930154674
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroding (in front of fuel tank) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (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 corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill by jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass98,057 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,057 miles
    Test number
    149040655048
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slight corrosion in front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in mounting clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill by jacking piont (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Fail98,057 miles (+2,465)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,057 miles
    Test number
    906120614034
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slight corrosion in front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in mounting clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill by jacking piont (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass95,592 miles (+3,704)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,592 miles
    Test number
    686155522831
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass91,888 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,888 miles
    Test number
    879509631828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge worn and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail91,849 miles (+5,221)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,849 miles
    Test number
    799442084863
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leaking (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge worn and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass86,628 miles (+5,797)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    86,628 miles
    Test number
    671792602851
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass80,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,831 miles
    Test number
    244769732589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge worn (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail80,831 miles (+4,859)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,831 miles
    Test number
    668739326879
    • 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 inside edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge worn (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass75,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,972 miles
    Test number
    472128908735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,972 miles (+745)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,972 miles
    Test number
    646944265864
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  15. Pass75,227 miles (+1,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,227 miles
    Test number
    944799429386
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
  16. Pass73,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,278 miles
    Test number
    169766365195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,278 miles (+3,638)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,278 miles
    Test number
    506703865125
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  18. Pass69,640 miles (+2,826)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,640 miles
    Test number
    259377634138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear foot brake lower effort
  19. Pass66,814 miles (+4,405)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,814 miles
    Test number
    276462923425
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass62,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,409 miles
    Test number
    698997242138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,409 miles (+1,952)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,409 miles
    Test number
    809176542134
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  22. Pass60,457 miles (+2,154)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,457 miles
    Test number
    987593751114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,303 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,303 miles
    Test number
    403121960129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,200 miles (+404)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,200 miles
    Test number
    310065359235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside and outside edge also starting to perish
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to perish around tread
  25. Pass57,796 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    57,796 miles
    Test number
    300447658430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,539 miles (+594)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,539 miles
    Test number
    344521657443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,945 miles
    Test number
    962529756207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S803 FWY

Does S803 FWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S803 FWY expired on 5 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S803 FWY?
The MOT on S803 FWY expired on 5 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S803 FWY done?
S803 FWY was recorded at 102,837 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2024, an average of 2,528 miles a year.
Has S803 FWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S803 FWY has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S803 FWY 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 S803 FWY find?
S803 FWY failed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2024 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 7 more.

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