
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc
T478 ARAMOT history
T478 ARA is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 36 MOT tests, with 258,340 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 17 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 258,340 mi
- At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 36
- 19 passed · 17 failed
- Per year
- 2,377 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T478 ARA
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,874 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 4 May 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T478 ARA was last recorded at 258,340 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 7 Jun 2011: 23,808 miles, lower than 238,079 miles on 2 Jun 2011.
- 12 Jul 2012: 238,220 miles, lower than 283,199 miles on 30 May 2012.
- 25 Jul 2014: 242,067 miles, lower than 311,452 miles on 24 Jul 2014.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 258,338 miles · 6 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 2,377 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 258,340 miles
- 2024 – 257,293 miles
- 2022 – 255,566 miles
- 2021 – 253,105 miles
- 2020 – 251,004 miles
- 2019 – 249,207 miles
- 2018 – 247,684 miles
- 2015 – 244,324 miles
- 2014 – 242,067 miles
- 2013 – 239,804 miles
- 2012 – 238,220 miles
- 2011 – 23,808 miles
- 2010 – 237,717 miles
- 2009 – 234,807 miles
- 2008 – 226,794 miles
- 2007 – 218,514 miles
- 2006 – 211,687 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Front Small Hole inner StepRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Advisory8 MOTs, 2006–2014
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Advisory8 MOTs, 2006–2014
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2013
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Failure5 MOTs, 2008–2015
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013
Service brake efficiency below requirements
Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Full MOT history
36 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass258,340 miles (+2)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 258,340 miles
- Test number
- 919573878786
- AdvisoryNearside Front Small Hole inner Step
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail258,338 miles (+1,045)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 258,338 miles
- Test number
- 686705827261
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Small Hole inner Step
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass257,293 miles (+11)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 257,293 miles
- Test number
- 641089068794
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- 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))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail257,282 miles (+29)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 257,282 miles
- Test number
- 183521780540
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- 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))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail257,253 miles (+1,687)1 dangerous14 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 257,253 miles
- Test number
- 997131434520
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake effort inadequate at a wheel Foot Pedal at maximum (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHazard Lamps not working
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass255,566 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 255,566 miles
- Test number
- 276204743450
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail255,563 miles (+2,458)2 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 255,563 miles
- Test number
- 570468265991
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass253,105 miles (+57)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 253,105 miles
- Test number
- 121686956208
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail253,048 miles (+2,044)4 dangerous9 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 253,048 miles
- Test number
- 184438807201
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- DangerousVehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached rear step/bumper frame holed reducing strength for towing (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
- DangerousAccelerator cable insecure and likely to get stuck on
- DangerousAccelirator peddle missing (grip pad only stick left)
- MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn n/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBody component corroded and likely to cause injury n/s/f wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorBody component damaged and likely to cause injury o/s mirror back holed (sharp) (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour n/s/f showing white light (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorParking brake inoperative on one side n/s shows no effort (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s/r outer chassis holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear cross member holled (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MinorDirection indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light n/s/f lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
Pass251,004 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 251,004 miles
- Test number
- 739081393175
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail251,004 miles (+1,797)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 251,004 miles
- Test number
- 935892650812
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Pass249,207 miles (+4)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 249,207 miles
- Test number
- 971648058169
- AdvisoryAccelerator pedal missing
Fail249,203 miles (+1,519)4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 249,203 miles
- Test number
- 924267948753
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAccelerator pedal missing
Pass247,684 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 247,684 miles
- Test number
- 656540220224
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass245,803 km (+6)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 245,803 km
- Test number
- 579424820342
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes worn (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly rusted (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly rusted (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes worn (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly rusted (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly rusted (3.5.1i)
Fail245,797 km1 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 245,797 km
- Test number
- 476780264613
- DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play excessive play in joit (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative not working (1.4.B.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative not working (1.4.B.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative not working (1.4.B.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes worn (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly rusted (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly rusted (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes worn (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly rusted (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly rusted (3.5.1i)
Pass244,324 miles (+18)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 244,324 miles
- Test number
- 426669905230
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail244,306 miles (+2,239)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 244,306 miles
- Test number
- 728165705269
- FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- FailureNearside Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass242,067 miles (-69,385)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 242,067 miles
- Test number
- 625966304254
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteThrottle pedal end missing
Fail311,452 miles (+71,648)5 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 311,452 miles
- Test number
- 609755304296
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteThrottle pedal end missing
Pass239,804 miles (+75)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 239,804 miles
- Test number
- 629124703226
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Fail239,729 miles (+1,509)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 239,729 miles
- Test number
- 307311293159
- DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
- FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass238,220 miles (-44,979)10 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 238,220 miles
- Test number
- 267494292438
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated
- NoteRear back plates corroded
Pass283,199 miles9 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 283,199 miles
- Test number
- 899771252101
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated
- NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded
- NoteRear brake back plates corroded
Fail283,199 miles (+259,391)1 failure9 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 283,199 miles
- Test number
- 728671752184
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated
- NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded
- NoteRear brake back plates corroded
Pass23,808 miles (-214,271)9 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 23,808 miles
- Test number
- 809128451149
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteBraking system load valve lever linkage pivot has slight play
- NoteHandbrake cable guide missing
Fail238,079 miles (+362)6 failures9 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 238,079 miles
- Test number
- 297993251454
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteBraking system load valve lever linkage pivot has slight play
- NoteHandbrake cable guide missing
Pass237,717 miles (+2,910)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 31 May 2011
- Odometer
- 237,717 miles
- Test number
- 382982250128
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass234,807 miles (+16)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2010
- Odometer
- 234,807 miles
- Test number
- 731551639178
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Fail234,791 miles (+7,997)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 234,791 miles
- Test number
- 221268729487
- FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Pass226,794 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2009
- Odometer
- 226,794 miles
- Test number
- 261845238421
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail226,794 miles (+8,280)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 226,794 miles
- Test number
- 222104338470
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Pass218,514 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2008
- Odometer
- 218,514 miles
- Test number
- 651681037153
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail218,514 miles (+6,827)6 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 218,514 miles
- Test number
- 302341137152
- FailureNearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass211,687 miles (+7)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 211,687 miles
- Test number
- 390575796072
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy possibly due to new front brake pads
- NoteChip in windscreen
- NoteWear in steering rack
Fail211,680 miles2 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 211,680 miles
- Test number
- 704573296009
- FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteWear in steering rack
Questions about T478 ARA
- Does T478 ARA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T478 ARA is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T478 ARA?
- The MOT on T478 ARA is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T478 ARA done?
- T478 ARA was recorded at 258,340 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 2,377 miles a year.
- Has T478 ARA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T478 ARA has failed 17 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on T478 ARA ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 7 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T478 ARA find?
- T478 ARA passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front small hole inner step; offside front oil leak, but not excessive engine; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.
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