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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T35 LELMOT history

T35 LEL is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 203,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2024
Mileage
203,701 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T35 LEL
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
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
31 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T35 LEL was last recorded at 203,701 miles on 17 Mar 2023, 2,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Sept 2012: 162,497 miles, lower than 205,823 miles on 31 Aug 2011.

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
200,861 miles · 11 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,840 miles
Average per year
5,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 203,701 miles
  • 2022 – 200,861 miles
  • 2021 – 200,536 miles
  • 2020 – 199,838 miles
  • 2019 – 198,171 miles
  • 2017 – 196,890 miles
  • 2016 – 191,127 miles
  • 2014 – 184,151 miles
  • 2013 – 174,053 miles
  • 2012 – 162,497 miles
  • 2011 – 205,823 miles
  • 2009 – 162,369 miles
  • 2007 – 137,696 miles
  • 2006 – 115,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides suspension drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Offside and near side outer sils (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Side and nearside inner jogging points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Wiper defective

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Vehicle undersealed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    981741534918
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides suspension drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Offside and near side outer sils (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Side and nearside inner jogging points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper defective

  2. Pass203,701 miles (+2,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    203,701 miles
    Test number
    924959555384
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside Sills corroded

  3. Pass200,861 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    200,861 miles
    Test number
    669601839796
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess bottom mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both front slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle heavy undersealed
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  4. Fail200,861 miles (+325)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,861 miles
    Test number
    546152956267
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess bottom mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both front slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle heavy undersealed
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  5. Pass200,536 miles (+698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    200,536 miles
    Test number
    244540230295
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  6. Pass199,838 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    199,838 miles
    Test number
    800613295774
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  7. Fail199,836 miles (+1,665)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,836 miles
    Test number
    963201293887
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  8. Pass198,171 miles (+1,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    198,171 miles
    Test number
    588059879124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass196,890 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    196,890 miles
    Test number
    128360787101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail196,890 miles (+5,763)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,890 miles
    Test number
    148550881581
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass191,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    191,127 miles
    Test number
    752043047428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail191,127 miles (+2,422)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,127 miles
    Test number
    169178589523
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

  13. Pass188,705 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    188,705 miles
    Test number
    267275065747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail188,678 miles (+4,527)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,678 miles
    Test number
    676660138052
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass184,151 miles (+10,098)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    184,151 miles
    Test number
    519365444270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  16. Pass174,053 miles (+11,556)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    174,053 miles
    Test number
    429884853247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass162,497 miles (-43,326)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    162,497 miles
    Test number
    326930052248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass205,823 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    205,823 miles
    Test number
    376643541443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play nearside steering rack

  19. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    483168050210
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. FailMileage not read4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    742107350249
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass162,369 miles (+24,673)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    162,369 miles
    Test number
    511518589197
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVarious under body surface corrosion

  22. Pass137,696 miles (+594)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    137,696 miles
    Test number
    390148837337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteO/s mirror glass cracked

  23. Fail137,102 miles (+21,839)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,102 miles
    Test number
    710721637365
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber covers deteriorated
    • NoteO/s mirror glass cracked

  24. Pass115,263 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    115,263 miles
    Test number
    813188556298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail115,259 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,259 miles
    Test number
    104386756280
    • FailureFront Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside drive shaft inner gaitor split.

Questions about T35 LEL

Does T35 LEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T35 LEL expired on 18 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T35 LEL?
The MOT on T35 LEL expired on 18 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T35 LEL done?
T35 LEL was recorded at 203,701 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2023, an average of 5,358 miles a year.
Has T35 LEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T35 LEL has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T35 LEL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T35 LEL find?
T35 LEL failed its latest MOT on 31 May 2024 with 7 major defects and 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides suspension drop links; integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside and near side outer sils; integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side and nearside inner jogging points, and 5 more.

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