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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T300 DECMOT history

T300 DEC is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 1 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 123,450 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
123,450 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T300 DEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T300 DEC was last recorded at 123,450 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 1,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Apr 2015: 8,961 miles, lower than 86,080 miles on 25 Apr 2014.

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
122,257 miles · 23 Apr 2020
Between the last two tests
1,193 miles
Average per year
5,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,450 miles
  • 2020 – 122,257 miles
  • 2018 – 112,831 miles
  • 2015 – 8,961 miles
  • 2014 – 86,080 miles
  • 2012 – 84,961 miles
  • 2011 – 78,278 miles
  • 2010 – 65,764 miles
  • 2009 – 55,513 miles
  • 2008 – 49,478 miles
  • 2007 – 41,919 miles
  • 2005 – 29,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,450 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

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 Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,450 miles (+1,193)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    903154846453
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

  2. Pass122,257 miles (+9,426)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    122,257 miles
    Test number
    592700648889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,831 miles
    Test number
    208745408914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,831 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,831 miles
    Test number
    368240822548
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  5. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    725806128337
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  6. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    634164690858
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

  7. FailMileage not read9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    330711256471
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

  8. Pass8,961 miles (-77,119)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    8,961 miles
    Test number
    447824915156
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  9. Pass86,080 miles (+1,119)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    86,080 miles
    Test number
    849455314168
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass84,961 miles (+32)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,961 miles
    Test number
    195909272260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront & rear number plates background overprinted or shadowed with text
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake reading is only just within limits
    • NoteVehicle has rear occasional seats and no rear seat belts fitted

  11. Fail84,929 miles (+6,651)2 failures2 repaired7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,929 miles
    Test number
    439317672293
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake reading is only just within limits
    • NoteRear number has background overprinted or shadowed with text
    • NoteVehicle has rear occasional seats and no rear seat belts fitted

  12. Pass78,278 miles (+12,514)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,278 miles
    Test number
    529073781011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,764 miles (+10,251)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    65,764 miles
    Test number
    271868650018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,513 miles (+6,035)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,513 miles
    Test number
    471573819159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSlight play to nearside front steering rack arm

  15. Pass49,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,478 miles
    Test number
    960791028196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,478 miles (+7,559)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,478 miles
    Test number
    880520428168
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass41,919 miles (+12,491)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,919 miles
    Test number
    653011717168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    29,428 miles
    Test number
    430927125360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T300 DEC

Does T300 DEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T300 DEC expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T300 DEC?
The MOT on T300 DEC expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T300 DEC done?
T300 DEC was recorded at 123,450 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 5,814 miles a year.
Has T300 DEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T300 DEC has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on T300 DEC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T300 DEC find?
T300 DEC passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all, and 3 more.

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