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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T157 OBAMOT history

T157 OBA is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2024
Mileage
111,377 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T157 OBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T157 OBA was last recorded at 111,377 miles on 27 Jun 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,377 miles · 13 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,377 miles
  • 2021 – 110,290 miles
  • 2020 – 109,378 miles
  • 2019 – 109,363 miles
  • 2018 – 108,925 miles
  • 2017 – 106,419 miles
  • 2016 – 103,032 miles
  • 2015 – 99,527 miles
  • 2014 – 94,885 miles
  • 2013 – 90,337 miles
  • 2012 – 86,549 miles
  • 2011 – 82,299 miles
  • 2010 – 78,159 miles
  • 2009 – 72,394 miles
  • 2008 – 66,484 miles
  • 2007 – 60,502 miles
  • 2006 – 55,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,377 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    111,377 miles
    Test number
    326195057134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail111,377 miles10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,377 miles
    Test number
    371398277885
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill front rear and back (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill front rear and back (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. PassMileage not read11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    240761039679
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavey corrosion under vehicle ok at time of test

  4. Pass110,290 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    110,290 miles
    Test number
    620117140804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail110,290 miles (+912)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,290 miles
    Test number
    225770336649
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass109,378 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    109,378 miles
    Test number
    461930328765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,363 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,363 miles
    Test number
    803640927333
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sliding door lock not working

  8. Fail109,363 miles (+438)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,363 miles
    Test number
    709821616734
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sliding door lock not working

  9. Pass108,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    108,925 miles
    Test number
    326973803278
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail108,925 miles (+2,506)11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,925 miles
    Test number
    837733641183
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor to cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger to cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor to cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger to cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting step to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass106,419 miles (+3,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,419 miles
    Test number
    916489461839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass103,032 miles (+3,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    103,032 miles
    Test number
    530349650382
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  13. Pass99,527 miles (+58)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,527 miles
    Test number
    738163875145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail99,469 miles (+4,584)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,469 miles
    Test number
    106928365101
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass94,885 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    94,885 miles
    Test number
    178008664176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail94,882 miles (+4,545)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,882 miles
    Test number
    617147464118
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass90,337 miles (+44)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    90,337 miles
    Test number
    388882673179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail90,293 miles (+3,744)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,293 miles
    Test number
    118639263184
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass86,549 miles (+33)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    86,549 miles
    Test number
    705823472136
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail86,516 miles (+4,217)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,516 miles
    Test number
    258621172190
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass82,299 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,299 miles
    Test number
    106355061139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside rear sidelight lens cracked

  22. Fail82,299 miles (+4,140)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,299 miles
    Test number
    237545961127
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside rear sidelight lens cracked

  23. Pass78,159 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,159 miles
    Test number
    240335260171
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside inner C.V. boot split
    • NoteOffside inner C.V. boot insecure
    • NoteRear discs slightly worn

  24. Fail78,159 miles (+5,765)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,159 miles
    Test number
    683435960154
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside inner C.V. boot split
    • NoteOffside inner C.V. boot insecure
    • NoteRear discs slightly worn

  25. Pass72,394 miles (+5)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    72,394 miles
    Test number
    363908569131
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to deteriorate
    • NoteNearside inner c.v. boot split
    • NoteOffside top suspension mt noisey
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside steering rack end bush

  26. Fail72,389 miles (+5,905)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,389 miles
    Test number
    823196569191
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to deteriorate
    • NoteNearside inner c.v. boot split
    • NoteOffside top suspension mt noisey
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside steering rack end bush

  27. Pass66,484 miles (+5,982)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    66,484 miles
    Test number
    771341068124
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth inner C.V. Boots split
    • NoteBoth rear tyre's cracking
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  28. Pass60,502 miles (+4,783)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,502 miles
    Test number
    403004467189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteBoth front inner C.V.boots split

  29. Pass55,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    55,719 miles
    Test number
    622655766102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T157 OBA

Does T157 OBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T157 OBA expired on 26 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T157 OBA?
The MOT on T157 OBA expired on 26 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T157 OBA done?
T157 OBA was recorded at 111,377 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2023, an average of 3,267 miles a year.
Has T157 OBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T157 OBA has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T157 OBA 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 T157 OBA find?
T157 OBA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing.

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