Mercedes

White and Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 4,250 cc

T415 BGUMOT history

T415 BGU is a white and blue diesel Mercedes first used on 19 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2025 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 763,861 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2025
Mileage
763,861 km
At MOT on 18 Mar 2024
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,047 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T415 BGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
4,250 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T415 BGU was last recorded at 763,861 km on 18 Mar 2024, 0 km more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
763,861 km · 15 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 km
Average per year
1,047 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 763,861 km
  • 2022 – 760,429 km
  • 2021 – 758,577 km
  • 2020 – 758,361 km
  • 2018 – 757,632 km
  • 2017 – 756,913 km
  • 2016 – 755,822 km
  • 2015 – 755,155 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass763,861 km
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated stiff (3.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both sides (5.1.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch inner \outer \inner foot well area holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner to flexi brake hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake fluid close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front both sides lift present at king pins

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front inner wheel arch inside cab hold

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass763,861 km1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    763,861 km
    Test number
    387447569898
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated stiff (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both sides (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch inner \outer \inner foot well area holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner to flexi brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail763,861 km (+3,432)4 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    763,861 km
    Test number
    308618544243
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective insecure (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested inop (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper All outline marker lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning inop (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated stiff (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both sides (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch inner \outer \inner foot well area holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner to flexi brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass760,429 km (+31)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    760,429 km
    Test number
    913376815034
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides lift present at king pins
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch inside cab hold
    • AdvisoryNearside Front under wheel arch inner floor holed
    • AdvisoryBonnet latch tight
    • AdvisoryUnder body rusty and undersealed

  4. Fail760,398 km (+1,821)1 dangerous6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    760,398 km
    Test number
    374449728866
    • DangerousOffside Front Floor in such a condition it is likely to cause loss of control of the vehicle cab floor holed (6.2.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside All outline marker lamps not working centre marker light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides lift present at king pins
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch inside cab hold
    • AdvisoryNearside Front under wheel arch inner floor holed
    • AdvisoryBonnet latch tight
    • AdvisoryUnder body rusty and undersealed

  5. Pass758,577 km1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    758,577 km
    Test number
    115776817755
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail758,577 km (+216)1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    758,577 km
    Test number
    175451666227
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass758,361 km (+729)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    758,361 km
    Test number
    762756289783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass757,632 km (+14)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    757,632 km
    Test number
    580107450602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail757,618 km2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    757,618 km
    Test number
    542732954173
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass757,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    757,002 miles
    Test number
    995796211083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail756,913 km (+1,091)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    756,913 km
    Test number
    416934344088
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass755,822 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    755,822 km
    Test number
    604004300458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches and body corroded
    • AdvisorySharp edges on body repaired with tape

  13. Fail755,822 km (+667)1 dangerous7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    755,822 km
    Test number
    971340743857
    • DangerousNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Door (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Door (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Main hose to park brake (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear top marker lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside front side marker lamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches and body corroded

  14. Pass755,155 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    755,155 km
    Test number
    484558922494
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail755,155 km5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    755,155 km
    Test number
    413471384984
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Questions about T415 BGU

Does T415 BGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T415 BGU expired on 17 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T415 BGU?
The MOT on T415 BGU expired on 17 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T415 BGU done?
T415 BGU was recorded at 763,861 km at its MOT on 18 Mar 2024, an average of 1,047 km a year.
Has T415 BGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T415 BGU has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T415 BGU 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 T415 BGU find?
T415 BGU passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside front upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip; bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated stiff; brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark, and 10 more.

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