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Mercedes-Benz Vito

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T41 TFEMOT history

T41 TFE is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 47,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2023
Mileage
47,603 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T41 TFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T41 TFE was last recorded at 47,603 miles on 13 Apr 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 May 2011: 9,504 miles, lower than 17,449 miles on 14 Apr 2010.

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
47,601 miles · 12 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 47,603 miles
  • 2021 – 45,085 miles
  • 2020 – 45,039 miles
  • 2019 – 44,091 miles
  • 2018 – 43,337 miles
  • 2017 – 40,527 miles
  • 2011 – 9,504 miles
  • 2010 – 17,449 miles
  • 2009 – 15,023 miles
  • 2008 – 13,013 miles
  • 2007 – 12,140 miles
  • 2006 – 9,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous11 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    135236767147
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass47,603 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    47,603 miles
    Test number
    542347835304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail47,601 miles (+2,516)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,601 miles
    Test number
    577134362804
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass45,085 miles (+46)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    45,085 miles
    Test number
    980119855569
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail45,039 miles (+948)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,039 miles
    Test number
    619462834393
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced nearside outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass44,091 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,091 miles
    Test number
    556337553479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail44,090 miles (+753)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,090 miles
    Test number
    261328508490
    • MajorBrake hose excessively deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass43,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    43,337 miles
    Test number
    953234257859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,337 miles (+2,810)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,337 miles
    Test number
    928507245266
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake effort inadequate at a wheel both rear (1.2.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass40,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    40,527 miles
    Test number
    443562816670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,527 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,527 miles
    Test number
    843484554160
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    909232630086
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view door (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    954396539207
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres badly perished
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effiency 17%

  14. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    133281051338
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres badly perished
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effiency 17%

  15. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    629562534356
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  16. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    859552734392
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  17. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    299389683294
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    646649783287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    177191822389
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. FailMileage not read5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    325019012313
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass9,504 miles (-7,945)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    9,504 miles
    Test number
    725845521186
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteInner drive shaft boots both side split

  22. Pass17,449 miles (+2,426)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,449 miles
    Test number
    642224400189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,023 miles (+2,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    15,023 miles
    Test number
    962087899035
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass13,013 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    13,013 miles
    Test number
    862051408150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,140 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    12,140 miles
    Test number
    832703707199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail12,101 miles (+2,240)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,101 miles
    Test number
    712501607135
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  27. Pass9,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    9,861 miles
    Test number
    692254396079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T41 TFE

Does T41 TFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T41 TFE expired on 12 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T41 TFE?
The MOT on T41 TFE expired on 12 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T41 TFE done?
T41 TFE was recorded at 47,603 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2022, an average of 2,355 miles a year.
Has T41 TFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T41 TFE has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T41 TFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T41 TFE find?
T41 TFE failed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 1 minor defect: rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear; driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle, and 10 more.

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