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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T245 BGTMOT history

T245 BGT is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 152,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2022
Mileage
152,785 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 BGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T245 BGT was last recorded at 152,785 miles on 8 Feb 2022, 9,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,946 miles · 4 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
9,839 miles
Average per year
7,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,785 miles
  • 2021 – 142,946 miles
  • 2019 – 136,980 miles
  • 2018 – 126,832 miles
  • 2017 – 118,906 miles
  • 2016 – 113,810 miles
  • 2015 – 107,412 miles
  • 2014 – 102,130 miles
  • 2013 – 96,673 miles
  • 2012 – 88,081 miles
  • 2011 – 78,707 miles
  • 2010 – 69,797 miles
  • 2009 – 59,397 miles
  • 2008 – 51,967 miles
  • 2007 – 46,088 miles
  • 2006 – 40,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail152,785 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components very rusty
  • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail152,785 miles (+9,839)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,785 miles
    Test number
    390385829896
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components very rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  2. Pass142,946 miles (+99)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    142,946 miles
    Test number
    446292141786
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 all springs coroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail142,847 miles (+5,867)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,847 miles
    Test number
    534164717576
    • MajorFront Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. x2 (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass136,980 miles (+2,046)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    136,980 miles
    Test number
    447048430273
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,934 miles (+8,102)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    134,934 miles
    Test number
    359317824239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,832 miles (+7,926)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    126,832 miles
    Test number
    645956970412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,906 miles (+5,096)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    118,906 miles
    Test number
    721829934269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,810 miles (+6,398)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    113,810 miles
    Test number
    130351981623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,412 miles (+5,282)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,412 miles
    Test number
    336819705082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,130 miles (+5,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    102,130 miles
    Test number
    978253224037
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass96,673 miles (+8,592)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    96,673 miles
    Test number
    196544523050
    • NoteRear chassis starting to corrode

  12. Pass88,081 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    88,081 miles
    Test number
    468816362071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,760 miles (+9,053)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,760 miles
    Test number
    236332352054
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass78,707 miles (+8,910)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,707 miles
    Test number
    508475941090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,797 miles
    Test number
    794637040000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,797 miles (+10,400)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,797 miles
    Test number
    990537240007
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  17. Pass59,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,397 miles
    Test number
    821222559033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,397 miles (+7,430)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,397 miles
    Test number
    273471959005
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass51,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    51,967 miles
    Test number
    404111738070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,967 miles (+5,879)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,967 miles
    Test number
    984181838006
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  21. Pass46,088 miles (+5,379)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    46,088 miles
    Test number
    601800457096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,709 miles
    Test number
    740654556053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T245 BGT

Does T245 BGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T245 BGT expired on 3 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T245 BGT?
The MOT on T245 BGT expired on 3 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T245 BGT done?
T245 BGT was recorded at 152,785 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2022, an average of 7,023 miles a year.
Has T245 BGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 BGT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T245 BGT 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 T245 BGT find?
T245 BGT failed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2022 with 2 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shock mount; offside outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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