
Mercedes-Benz V
Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc
T405 SBJMOT history
T405 SBJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz V first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 197,207 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 28 Mar 2026
- Mileage
- 197,207 mi
- At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 19 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 5,591 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T405 SBJ
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- V
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,151 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 31 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 2 Apr 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
T405 SBJ was last recorded at 197,207 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 3,460 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 193,747 miles · 29 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,460 miles
- Average per year
- 5,591 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 197,207 miles
- 2025 – 193,747 miles
- 2024 – 190,430 miles
- 2023 – 181,262 miles
- 2022 – 168,777 miles
- 2021 – 157,096 miles
- 2020 – 153,256 miles
- 2019 – 149,087 miles
- 2018 – 145,026 miles
- 2016 – 144,953 miles
- 2015 – 144,902 miles
- 2014 – 144,603 miles
- 2013 – 142,634 miles
- 2012 – 136,898 miles
- 2011 – 133,256 miles
- 2010 – 129,056 miles
- 2009 – 119,530 miles
- 2008 – 108,987 miles
- 2007 – 97,887 miles
- 2006 – 86,728 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025
Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Full MOT history
31 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail197,207 miles (+3,460)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 197,207 miles
- Test number
- 101571864104
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass193,747 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 193,747 miles
- Test number
- 831406775957
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
Fail193,747 miles (+3,317)2 repaired7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 193,747 miles
- Test number
- 268306166950
- Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
Pass190,430 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 190,430 miles
- Test number
- 259508335563
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
Fail190,430 miles (+9,168)1 repaired7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,430 miles
- Test number
- 896390732962
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
Pass181,262 miles (+12,485)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 181,262 miles
- Test number
- 569092566680
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass168,777 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 168,777 miles
- Test number
- 248767429979
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail168,769 miles (+11,673)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,769 miles
- Test number
- 724086102471
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass157,096 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 157,096 miles
- Test number
- 634977863735
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRepairs covered in underseal
Fail157,096 miles (+3,840)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,096 miles
- Test number
- 905355776672
- Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRepairs covered in underseal
Pass153,256 miles (+4,169)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 153,256 miles
- Test number
- 502107851832
- MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront slight corrosion to both front out riggers
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear both sides inner sill and sill ends corroded
Pass149,087 miles (+4,061)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 149,087 miles
- Test number
- 754006612429
- AdvisoryRear slight corrosion to inner and outer sills
Pass145,026 miles (+73)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 145,026 miles
- Test number
- 527020724269
- AdvisoryRear corrosion to inner sills and rear body
Pass144,953 miles9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 144,953 miles
- Test number
- 356490960374
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryCorrosion inner rear sills
- AdvisoryCorrosion outer sills
- AdvisoryNearside front outer sill corroded and holes just outside prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside mirror glass cracked
- AdvisoryPlay in steering column
- AdvisorySome underside suspension components and underbody corroded
Fail144,953 miles (+51)2 failures9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,953 miles
- Test number
- 338110054454
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryCorrosion inner rear sills
- AdvisoryCorrosion outer sills
- AdvisoryNearside front outer sill corroded and holes just outside prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside mirror glass cracked
- AdvisoryPlay in steering column
- AdvisorySome underside suspension components and underbody corroded
Pass144,902 miles2 advisories6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 144,902 miles
- Test number
- 378749305268
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- NoteBoth nearside and offside outer sills corroded
- NoteGearbox oil cooler pipe leaking
- NoteOffside mirror glass cracked
- NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing
- NoteSlight play in steering column
- NoteSome underside suspension components rusty
Fail144,902 miles (+299)4 failures2 advisories6 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,902 miles
- Test number
- 128284605288
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- NoteBoth nearside and offside outer sills corroded
- NoteGearbox oil cooler pipe leaking
- NoteOffside mirror glass cracked
- NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing
- NoteSlight play in steering column
- NoteSome underside suspension components rusty
Pass144,603 miles (+1,969)12 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 144,603 miles
- Test number
- 439593524239
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteBoth centre outer sills corroded but not considered excessive
- NoteBoth front inner & outer sills corroded but not considered excessive
- NoteExhaust heat shield insecure
Pass142,634 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 142,634 miles
- Test number
- 985534113249
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail142,634 miles (+5,736)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,634 miles
- Test number
- 507154513232
- FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass136,898 miles (+3,642)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 136,898 miles
- Test number
- 677073412227
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass133,256 miles (+4,200)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 133,256 miles
- Test number
- 917798171161
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteFront and rear discs slightly worn
Pass129,056 miles (+9,526)9 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 129,056 miles
- Test number
- 722104370165
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteExhaust temporary repaired
Pass119,530 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 119,530 miles
- Test number
- 214645779478
- NoteNearside cv boot leaking grease
- NoteOnly 3 passenger seats fitted at the time of testing
- NoteSlight play in steering rack
Fail119,530 miles (+10,543)2 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,530 miles
- Test number
- 932934279101
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- NoteNearside cv boot leaking grease
- NoteOnly 3 passenger seats fitted at the time of testing
- NoteSlight play in steering rack
Pass108,987 miles4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 108,987 miles
- Test number
- 944154068137
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack inner joint
Fail108,987 miles (+11,100)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,987 miles
- Test number
- 964294068174
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack inner joint
Pass97,887 miles (+9)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 97,887 miles
- Test number
- 511367577150
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Fail97,878 miles (+11,150)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,878 miles
- Test number
- 502662377176
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Pass86,728 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 86,728 miles
- Test number
- 890511986199
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail86,728 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,728 miles
- Test number
- 830290786131
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Questions about T405 SBJ
- Does T405 SBJ currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T405 SBJ expired on 28 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T405 SBJ?
- The MOT on T405 SBJ expired on 28 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T405 SBJ done?
- T405 SBJ was recorded at 197,207 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,591 miles a year.
- Has T405 SBJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T405 SBJ has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on T405 SBJ 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 T405 SBJ find?
- T405 SBJ failed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front road wheel fixing missing; nearside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 5 more.
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