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Mercedes-Benz V

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T493 ONVMOT history

T493 ONV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz V first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 155,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2024
Mileage
155,000 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T493 ONV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
V
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T493 ONV was last recorded at 155,000 miles on 11 Apr 2023, 1,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Aug 2010: 108,225 miles, lower than 130,199 miles on 25 Jun 2008.
  • 1 Aug 2011: 44,251 miles, lower than 108,225 miles on 12 Aug 2010.
  • 25 Feb 2014: 60,590 miles, lower than 150,510 miles on 23 Aug 2012.

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
153,400 miles · 12 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,600 miles
Average per year
2,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,000 miles
  • 2022 – 153,400 miles
  • 2018 – 82,916 miles
  • 2017 – 76,251 miles
  • 2016 – 71,075 miles
  • 2014 – 60,590 miles
  • 2012 – 150,510 miles
  • 2011 – 44,251 miles
  • 2010 – 108,225 miles
  • 2008 – 130,199 miles
  • 2007 – 124,067 miles
  • 2006 – 111,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,000 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,000 miles (+1,600)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    155,000 miles
    Test number
    524408184518
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  2. Pass153,400 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    153,400 miles
    Test number
    583357362026
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    479642247755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    678353788872
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,916 miles (+6,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,916 miles
    Test number
    205131514743
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass76,251 miles (+5,176)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,251 miles
    Test number
    535379856577
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill corroded outside the prescribed area

  7. Pass71,075 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,075 miles
    Test number
    896545145818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail71,057 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,057 miles
    Test number
    103451411453
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    169235255459
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass60,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,590 miles
    Test number
    109946154485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    528065563066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    137734763047
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass150,510 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    150,510 miles
    Test number
    545986532289
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteTraction control warning light on

  14. Fail150,510 miles (+106,259)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,510 miles
    Test number
    158986322251
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass44,251 miles (-63,974)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    44,251 miles
    Test number
    987183611224
    • NoteRear n/s brake pads wearing low

  16. Pass108,225 miles (-21,974)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    108,225 miles
    Test number
    972914520298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,199 miles (+6,132)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    130,199 miles
    Test number
    800597378144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass124,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    124,067 miles
    Test number
    781986467181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail124,067 miles (+12,130)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,067 miles
    Test number
    411604867122
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device loose (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass111,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    111,937 miles
    Test number
    420715046164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T493 ONV

Does T493 ONV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T493 ONV expired on 10 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T493 ONV?
The MOT on T493 ONV expired on 10 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T493 ONV done?
T493 ONV was recorded at 155,000 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2023, an average of 2,551 miles a year.
Has T493 ONV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T493 ONV has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on T493 ONV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 12 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T493 ONV find?
T493 ONV passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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