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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,300 cc

T498 FANMOT history

T498 FAN is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 140,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2025
Mileage
140,574 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T498 FAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
308 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T498 FAN was last recorded at 140,574 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 1,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,560 miles · 23 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,014 miles
Average per year
3,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,574 miles
  • 2024 – 139,560 miles
  • 2023 – 137,576 miles
  • 2022 – 134,834 miles
  • 2021 – 130,637 miles
  • 2020 – 127,526 miles
  • 2019 – 125,106 miles
  • 2018 – 119,934 miles
  • 2017 – 115,324 miles
  • 2016 – 109,315 miles
  • 2015 – 104,063 miles
  • 2014 – 101,169 miles
  • 2013 – 98,903 miles
  • 2012 – 96,640 miles
  • 2011 – 94,403 miles
  • 2010 – 92,275 miles
  • 2009 – 89,893 miles
  • 2008 – 86,922 miles
  • 2007 – 83,456 miles
  • 2006 – 77,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,574 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above axle near to bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch upper bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above rear axle near bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Tray corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch upper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Transmission bracket (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Transmission bracket area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Both outer sills holed and rusty

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,574 miles (+1,014)11 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,574 miles
    Test number
    226135899524
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above axle near to bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch upper bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above rear axle near bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Tray corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch upper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Transmission bracket (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Transmission bracket area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass139,560 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    139,560 miles
    Test number
    755342732134
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL outer wheel arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s and o/s. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail139,560 miles (+3)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,560 miles
    Test number
    163235677411
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL outer wheel arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s and o/s. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail139,557 miles (+1,981)16 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,557 miles
    Test number
    864435542757
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front spring mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front of inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear of inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front spring mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL outer wheel arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s and o/s. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass137,576 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,576 miles
    Test number
    320139161633
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail137,574 miles (+2,740)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,574 miles
    Test number
    587425987265
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass134,834 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,834 miles
    Test number
    154364538610
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail134,831 miles (+4,194)1 dangerous1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,831 miles
    Test number
    328176090466
    • DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible bolt loose (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass130,637 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    130,637 miles
    Test number
    226379798584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail130,636 miles (+3,110)12 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,636 miles
    Test number
    386833705939
    • MajorNearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury end of outer sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring front mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring front mount area outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring rear mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring front mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring front mount area outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring rear mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
  11. Pass127,526 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    127,526 miles
    Test number
    931894513827
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s sills rusty and holed
  12. Fail127,525 miles (+2,419)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,525 miles
    Test number
    478128791245
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing not checked due to binding brake
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing not checked due to binding brake
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s sills rusty and holed
  13. Pass125,106 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    125,106 miles
    Test number
    131086376986
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills holed and rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Fail125,104 miles (+5,170)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,104 miles
    Test number
    250773262589
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding after applying handbrake (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills holed and rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass119,934 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    119,934 miles
    Test number
    247724561314
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills holed and rusty
  16. Fail119,933 miles (+4,609)10 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,933 miles
    Test number
    132302077359
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake linkage has restricted free movement handbrake (3.5.1k)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure mirror arm (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mount area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mount area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills holed and rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth windscreen wipers are split slightly on ends
  17. Pass115,324 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,324 miles
    Test number
    973076449311
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills holed and rusty
  18. Fail115,323 miles (+6,008)6 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,323 miles
    Test number
    827591409692
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded valve to n/s/r hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective belt (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported insecure rear joint loose (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills holed and rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts rusty (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass109,315 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,315 miles
    Test number
    927509281061
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBottom of outer side panels rusty and holed but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads 75% worn
  20. Fail109,313 miles (+5,250)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,313 miles
    Test number
    949919217803
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases midd silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded on outside of chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded on outside of chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember o/s on bottom (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads 75% worn
    • AdvisoryMissions not done due to exhaust blow
  21. Pass104,063 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    104,063 miles
    Test number
    109496885426
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTowbar has been removed at time of test
  22. Fail104,062 miles (+2,893)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,062 miles
    Test number
    105924485471
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  23. Pass101,169 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    101,169 miles
    Test number
    329349604033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Fail101,142 miles (+2,239)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,142 miles
    Test number
    188423504050
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  25. Pass98,903 miles (+2,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    98,903 miles
    Test number
    136598003416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Pass96,640 miles (+2,237)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    96,640 miles
    Test number
    127738712440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass94,403 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    94,403 miles
    Test number
    787558511078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass92,275 miles (+2,382)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    92,275 miles
    Test number
    633563940005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass89,893 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    89,893 miles
    Test number
    974089449000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass86,922 miles (+3,466)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    86,922 miles
    Test number
    594784348004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNear side front anti roll bar bush slightly displaced
  31. Pass83,456 miles (+6,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    83,456 miles
    Test number
    590029637089
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding a little
  32. Pass77,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    77,231 miles
    Test number
    731985946086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T498 FAN

Does T498 FAN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T498 FAN expired on 22 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T498 FAN?
The MOT on T498 FAN expired on 22 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T498 FAN done?
T498 FAN was recorded at 140,574 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 3,217 miles a year.
Has T498 FAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T498 FAN has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T498 FAN 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 T498 FAN find?
T498 FAN failed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 11 major defects, 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner step area; nearside front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting; nearside rear lower shock absorbers insecurely attached, and 18 more.

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