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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,299 cc

T423 YETMOT history

T423 YET is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 174,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2022
Mileage
174,562 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T423 YET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
308 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T423 YET was last recorded at 174,562 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 76 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,486 miles · 19 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
76 miles
Average per year
2,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 174,562 miles
  • 2021 – 174,486 miles
  • 2020 – 173,558 miles
  • 2019 – 172,288 miles
  • 2018 – 170,777 miles
  • 2017 – 163,964 miles
  • 2016 – 159,021 miles
  • 2014 – 158,610 miles
  • 2012 – 157,851 miles
  • 2011 – 153,898 miles
  • 2010 – 151,662 miles
  • 2009 – 148,326 miles
  • 2008 – 145,629 miles
  • 2007 – 141,985 miles
  • 2006 – 136,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail174,562 miles
  • DangerousNearside Body panel likely to become detached outer and inner sills (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Body panel likely to become detached outer and inner sills (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail174,562 miles (+76)2 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,562 miles
    Test number
    745262653567
    • DangerousNearside Body panel likely to become detached outer and inner sills (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Body panel likely to become detached outer and inner sills (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass174,486 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    174,486 miles
    Test number
    269370759084
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail174,485 miles (+927)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,485 miles
    Test number
    623702971548
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass173,558 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    173,558 miles
    Test number
    393288016398
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail173,557 miles (+1,269)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,557 miles
    Test number
    610536980886
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass172,288 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    172,288 miles
    Test number
    995880952135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail172,288 miles (+1,511)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,288 miles
    Test number
    954063763052
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill x3 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass170,777 miles (+6,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    170,777 miles
    Test number
    765003688773
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on sills

  9. Pass163,964 miles (+173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    163,964 miles
    Test number
    503780163090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail163,791 miles (+4,770)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,791 miles
    Test number
    963112628637
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass159,021 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    159,021 miles
    Test number
    871985891833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass158,610 miles (+759)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    158,610 miles
    Test number
    268694554421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass157,851 miles (+233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    157,851 miles
    Test number
    188552172289
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail157,618 miles (+3,720)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,618 miles
    Test number
    389007852431
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass153,898 miles (+2,236)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    153,898 miles
    Test number
    107926801242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass151,662 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    151,662 miles
    Test number
    272957200297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass148,326 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    148,326 miles
    Test number
    680245919264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass145,629 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    145,629 miles
    Test number
    211800428271
    • NoteAccelorator pedal damaged
    • NoteFront panel, signs of accident damage

  19. Fail145,625 miles (+3,640)9 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,625 miles
    Test number
    604643418293
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAccelorator pedal damaged
    • NoteFront panel, signs of accident damage

  20. Pass141,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    141,985 miles
    Test number
    601414007270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail141,971 miles (+5,648)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,971 miles
    Test number
    322684607419
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Fail136,323 miles10 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,323 miles
    Test number
    440632516214
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

  23. Pass136,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    136,323 miles
    Test number
    891432316252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T423 YET

Does T423 YET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T423 YET expired on 18 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T423 YET?
The MOT on T423 YET expired on 18 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T423 YET done?
T423 YET was recorded at 174,562 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 2,233 miles a year.
Has T423 YET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T423 YET has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T423 YET 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 T423 YET find?
T423 YET failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside body panel likely to become detached outer and inner sills; offside body panel likely to become detached outer and inner sills; nearside front service brake excessively binding, and 6 more.

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