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Mercedes-Benz V

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T146 MDAMOT history

T146 MDA is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz V first used on 2 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 113,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2023
Mileage
113,656 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2018
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T146 MDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
V
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T146 MDA was last recorded at 113,656 miles on 28 Aug 2018, 1,557 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,099 miles · 4 Apr 2017
Between the last two tests
1,557 miles
Average per year
6,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2018 – 113,656 miles
  • 2017 – 112,099 miles
  • 2016 – 107,749 miles
  • 2015 – 103,887 miles
  • 2014 – 101,490 miles
  • 2013 – 93,877 miles
  • 2012 – 85,904 miles
  • 2011 – 77,360 miles
  • 2010 – 70,419 miles
  • 2009 – 62,400 miles
  • 2008 – 55,191 miles
  • 2007 – 48,065 miles
  • 2006 – 40,312 miles
  • 2005 – 33,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    474142852001
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    925279323235
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    794890487611
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    516636839685
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    851128275609
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    370318925303
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    267079522022
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  8. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    659446027203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  9. Pass113,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,656 miles
    Test number
    627997266664
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail113,656 miles (+1,557)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,656 miles
    Test number
    688069975787
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass112,099 miles (+4,350)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    112,099 miles
    Test number
    765501546911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,749 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    107,749 miles
    Test number
    823079334540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,748 miles (+3,861)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,748 miles
    Test number
    745962276538
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure under vehicle (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Pass103,887 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    103,887 miles
    Test number
    297980105133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,886 miles (+2,396)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,886 miles
    Test number
    779489985073
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteDamage to rear tail gate
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on outside edge
    • NoteWear to footbrake rubber

  16. Pass101,490 miles (+89)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    101,490 miles
    Test number
    307311024317
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail101,401 miles (+7,524)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,401 miles
    Test number
    458564814357
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass93,877 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    93,877 miles
    Test number
    446287413380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Fail93,851 miles (+7,947)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,851 miles
    Test number
    977085613338
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass85,904 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,904 miles
    Test number
    895452712382
    • NoteSlight travel on footbrake pedal

  21. Fail85,903 miles (+8,543)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,903 miles
    Test number
    669772812332
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight travel on footbrake pedal

  22. Pass77,360 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    157392211311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front inner c,v, boots split
    • NoteHigh level brake light has bulbs not working

  23. Fail77,360 miles (+6,941)10 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    546272011347
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • 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 Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front inner c,v, boots split
    • NoteHigh level brake light has bulbs not working

  24. Pass70,419 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    70,419 miles
    Test number
    750118300320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail70,415 miles (+8,015)3 dangerous3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,415 miles
    Test number
    361135600333
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNear side mirror cracked
    • NoteOff side and near side front inner drive shaft gaiters split
    • NoteSlight side monement to handbrake lever

  26. Pass62,400 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,400 miles
    Test number
    491667309304
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteDamage to near side mirror
    • NoteNear side front inner drive shaft gaiter split
    • NoteNear side rear (rear) seat removed
    • NoteOff side front inner drive shaft gaiter split

  27. Fail62,399 miles (+7,208)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,399 miles
    Test number
    692116309382
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteDamage to near side mirror
    • NoteNear side front inner drive shaft gaiter split
    • NoteNear side rear (rear) seat removed
    • NoteOff side front inner drive shaft gaiter split

  28. Pass55,191 miles (+7,126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    55,191 miles
    Test number
    723171608308
    • NoteFour seats fitted at time of test capable of applying more seats both front tyres worn on inside and outside edges near side door mirr or glass cracked service adjustment required to handbrake lever off side and near side front INNER drive shaft gait

  29. Pass48,065 miles (+7,753)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,065 miles
    Test number
    984464007396
    • NoteService adjustment required to handbrake lever near side door mirror crac ked surface cracks to near side front flexable hose off side front INNER DRIVE SHAFT GAITER SPLIT

  30. Pass40,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,312 miles
    Test number
    961297406376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail40,312 miles (+6,730)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,312 miles
    Test number
    974297106326
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outter tyer tread wall started to split (small cracks)

  32. Pass33,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    33,582 miles
    Test number
    420376205441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T146 MDA

Does T146 MDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T146 MDA expired on 30 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T146 MDA?
The MOT on T146 MDA expired on 30 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T146 MDA done?
T146 MDA was recorded at 113,656 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2018, an average of 6,247 miles a year.
Has T146 MDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T146 MDA has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T146 MDA 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 T146 MDA find?
T146 MDA passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2022 with 5 advisories: central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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