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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,299 cc

S98 BWPMOT history

S98 BWP is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2022 and it has passed 10 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2022
Mileage
145,836 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
10 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 BWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S98 BWP was last recorded at 145,836 miles on 23 Aug 2022, 10,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,405 miles · 6 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
10,431 miles
Average per year
3,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 145,836 miles
  • 2021 – 135,405 miles
  • 2018 – 134,680 miles
  • 2015 – 134,484 miles
  • 2014 – 130,321 miles
  • 2012 – 119,979 miles
  • 2011 – 113,689 miles
  • 2009 – 111,343 miles
  • 2008 – 104,059 miles
  • 2007 – 94,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,836 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,836 miles (+10,431)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,836 miles
    Test number
    403670440969
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass135,405 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,405 miles
    Test number
    485298300218
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail135,405 miles (+725)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,405 miles
    Test number
    402347875954
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass134,680 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,680 miles
    Test number
    742413952674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail134,645 miles (+161)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,645 miles
    Test number
    219084344940
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass134,484 miles (+6)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    134,484 miles
    Test number
    125274855414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged & glued
    • NoteOffside rear tyre distorted on inner edge
    • NotePlay in nearside inner rack
    • NoteRear inner arches, inner & outer sills corroded

  7. Fail134,478 miles (+4,157)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,478 miles
    Test number
    955769145058
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake discs corroded/worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged & glued
    • NoteOffside rear tyre distorted on inner edge
    • NotePlay in nearside inner rack
    • NoteRear inner arches, inner & outer sills corroded

  8. Pass130,321 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    130,321 miles
    Test number
    947681314007
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside steering inner joint slight play

  9. Fail130,321 miles (+10,342)6 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,321 miles
    Test number
    876619804010
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside steering inner joint slight play
    • NoteUnable to open boot

  10. Pass119,979 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    119,979 miles
    Test number
    479206242336
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear chassis surface corrosion

  11. Fail119,979 miles (+2,172)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,979 miles
    Test number
    539526642394
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear chassis surface corrosion

  12. Pass117,807 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    117,807 miles
    Test number
    399091632082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,747 miles (+4,058)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,747 miles
    Test number
    467563622054
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  14. Pass113,689 miles (+2,346)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    113,689 miles
    Test number
    479712741062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  15. Pass111,343 miles (+56)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    111,343 miles
    Test number
    290325989096
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteInterior door handles broken but doors still open

  16. Fail111,287 miles (+116)10 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,287 miles
    Test number
    304642979088
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteInterior door handles broken but doors still open

  17. Fail111,171 miles (+7,112)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,171 miles
    Test number
    141114869476
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  18. Pass104,059 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    104,059 miles
    Test number
    793075468083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has slight inner side wall damage
    • NoteSlight damage o/s mirror

  19. Fail104,057 miles (+9,182)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,057 miles
    Test number
    494505868098
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has slight inner side wall damage
    • NoteSlight damage o/s mirror

  20. Pass94,875 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    94,875 miles
    Test number
    882979357024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,874 miles6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,874 miles
    Test number
    542817357066
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Questions about S98 BWP

Does S98 BWP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S98 BWP expired on 5 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S98 BWP?
The MOT on S98 BWP expired on 5 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S98 BWP done?
S98 BWP was recorded at 145,836 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2022, an average of 3,290 miles a year.
Has S98 BWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 BWP has failed 11 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S98 BWP 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 S98 BWP find?
S98 BWP failed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2022 with 7 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill, and 7 more.

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