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Mercedes-Benz 208 D

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,299 cc

T37 XBLMOT history

T37 XBL is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz 208 D first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 115,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2023
Mileage
115,113 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T37 XBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
208 D
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T37 XBL was last recorded at 115,113 miles on 1 Sept 2022, 5,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,689 miles · 8 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,424 miles
Average per year
3,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,113 miles
  • 2021 – 109,689 miles
  • 2019 – 107,080 miles
  • 2018 – 105,052 miles
  • 2017 – 103,086 miles
  • 2016 – 100,288 miles
  • 2015 – 94,012 miles
  • 2013 – 90,144 miles
  • 2011 – 81,884 miles
  • 2010 – 77,643 miles
  • 2009 – 72,287 miles
  • 2008 – 66,593 miles
  • 2007 – 60,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,113 miles
  • AdvisoryBodywork patches of rust
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,113 miles (+5,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    115,113 miles
    Test number
    671679136691
    • AdvisoryBodywork patches of rust
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass109,689 miles (+2,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,689 miles
    Test number
    903759833496
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPatches of rust on bodywork

  3. Pass107,080 miles (+2,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,080 miles
    Test number
    430718765126
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded

  4. Pass105,052 miles (+15)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,052 miles
    Test number
    494905106596
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail105,037 miles (+1,951)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,037 miles
    Test number
    540666327001
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,086 miles (+2,798)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    103,086 miles
    Test number
    557252995010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass100,288 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,288 miles
    Test number
    817042503167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,229 miles (+6,217)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,229 miles
    Test number
    602707984513
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  9. Pass94,012 miles (+3,868)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    94,012 miles
    Test number
    127968705401
    • NoteDamage to both sides rear light lens

  10. Pass90,144 miles (+2,572)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    90,144 miles
    Test number
    227813633391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,572 miles (+5,688)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    87,572 miles
    Test number
    407774313161
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass81,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    81,884 miles
    Test number
    116296831397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,884 miles (+4,241)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,884 miles
    Test number
    117526831301
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass77,643 miles (+5,356)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    77,643 miles
    Test number
    454606030444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,287 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    72,287 miles
    Test number
    202113729375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,160 miles (+5,567)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,160 miles
    Test number
    590867119316
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass66,593 miles (+6,288)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,593 miles
    Test number
    220461508314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    60,305 miles
    Test number
    210468847200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T37 XBL

Does T37 XBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T37 XBL expired on 31 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T37 XBL?
The MOT on T37 XBL expired on 31 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T37 XBL done?
T37 XBL was recorded at 115,113 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2022, an average of 3,656 miles a year.
Has T37 XBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T37 XBL has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2018.
Has the mileage on T37 XBL 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 T37 XBL find?
T37 XBL passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2022 with 3 advisories: bodywork patches of rust; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both.

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