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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Maroon · Petrol · 1998 · 2,300 cc

T126 XTVMOT history

T126 XTV is a maroon petrol Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 83,936 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,936 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T126 XTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T126 XTV was last recorded at 83,936 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 3,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2006: 37,575 miles, lower than 37,595 miles on 9 May 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
80,761 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,175 miles
Average per year
2,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,936 miles
  • 2025 – 80,761 miles
  • 2024 – 77,710 miles
  • 2022 – 75,075 miles
  • 2021 – 73,632 miles
  • 2020 – 72,371 miles
  • 2019 – 70,812 miles
  • 2018 – 69,113 miles
  • 2017 – 67,457 miles
  • 2016 – 65,681 miles
  • 2015 – 60,207 miles
  • 2014 – 56,667 miles
  • 2013 – 55,695 miles
  • 2012 – 54,344 miles
  • 2011 – 52,683 miles
  • 2010 – 50,689 miles
  • 2009 – 48,563 miles
  • 2008 – 45,555 miles
  • 2007 – 41,650 miles
  • 2006 – 37,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,936 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body component slightly loose wheel arch trim and slightly damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of testRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Slight damage to osf jacking point

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,936 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,936 miles
    Test number
    677907334082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body component slightly loose wheel arch trim and slightly damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  2. Fail83,936 miles (+3,175)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,936 miles
    Test number
    854958969173
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body component slightly loose wheel arch trim and slightly damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  3. Pass80,761 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    80,761 miles
    Test number
    453051984463
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body component slightly loose wheel arch trim ( and slightly damaged) (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  4. Fail80,761 miles (+3,051)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,761 miles
    Test number
    830614248138
    • DangerousFront Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body component slightly loose wheel arch trim ( and slightly damaged) (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  5. Pass77,710 miles (+2,635)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,710 miles
    Test number
    144272104995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch trim slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  6. Pass75,075 miles (+13)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,075 miles
    Test number
    888872945726
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail75,062 miles (+1,430)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,062 miles
    Test number
    705118074894
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass73,632 miles (+1,261)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    611693329176
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside front inner sill/jacking point, Nearside front inner wing/flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass72,371 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,371 miles
    Test number
    401478587802
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point damaged / corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wings corroded not deemed as sructural
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to fully inspect all components

  10. Fail72,371 miles (+1,559)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,371 miles
    Test number
    905037989693
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point damaged / corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wings corroded not deemed as sructural
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to fully inspect all components

  11. Pass70,812 miles (+1,699)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,812 miles
    Test number
    888205627064
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner wings corroded not deemed as structural
    • AdvisoryOffside jacking point damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay

  12. Pass69,113 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    69,113 miles
    Test number
    184460317530
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wings corroded
    • AdvisorySlight damage to osf jacking point
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay

  13. Fail69,112 miles (+1,655)1 dangerous1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,112 miles
    Test number
    336904185346
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted rear brake pad retaining pins missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wings corroded
    • AdvisorySlight damage to osf jacking point
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay

  14. Pass67,457 miles (+1,776)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    67,457 miles
    Test number
    783390774031
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to osf jacking point
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of the engine bay area

  15. Pass65,681 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    65,681 miles
    Test number
    779012627375
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside front jacking mount corroded

  16. Fail65,681 miles (+2,443)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,681 miles
    Test number
    796228545938
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside front jacking mount corroded

  17. Pass63,238 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    63,238 miles
    Test number
    339872189879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking mount area corroded

  18. Fail63,238 miles (+3,031)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,238 miles
    Test number
    306178811133
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking mount area corroded

  19. Pass60,207 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,207 miles
    Test number
    359819305070
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin
    • NoteNearside front brake hose perished slightly
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded slightly

  20. Fail60,207 miles (+3,540)3 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,207 miles
    Test number
    786168605054
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin
    • NoteNearside front brake hose perished slightly
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteOffside door mirror casing insecure
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded slightly

  21. Pass56,667 miles (+972)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,667 miles
    Test number
    295913714014
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear discs poor

  22. Pass55,695 miles (+1,351)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,695 miles
    Test number
    806316033114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,344 miles (+1,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,344 miles
    Test number
    287472832113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass52,683 miles (+1,994)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,683 miles
    Test number
    296919221485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s and n/s inner drive shaft boots split

  25. Pass50,689 miles (+2,126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,689 miles
    Test number
    194492330199
    • NoteFront brake flexi hoses starting to crack

  26. Pass48,563 miles (+3,008)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,563 miles
    Test number
    421931439130
    • NoteO/s inner drive shaft boot split
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn inner tread

  27. Pass45,555 miles (+3,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,555 miles
    Test number
    394401628175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass41,650 miles (+4,075)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,650 miles
    Test number
    292946417125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,575 miles (-20)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,575 miles
    Test number
    520162936161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail37,595 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,595 miles
    Test number
    241889126429
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T126 XTV

Does T126 XTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T126 XTV is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T126 XTV?
The MOT on T126 XTV is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T126 XTV done?
T126 XTV was recorded at 83,936 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 2,354 miles a year.
Has T126 XTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T126 XTV has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T126 XTV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 May 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T126 XTV find?
T126 XTV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear body component slightly loose wheel arch trim and slightly damaged; nearside mirror casing insecure; offside front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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