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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T505 JCAMOT history

T505 JCA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2022
Mileage
97,479 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T505 JCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T505 JCA was last recorded at 97,479 miles on 7 Apr 2022, 1,495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,984 miles · 5 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,495 miles
Average per year
3,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,479 miles
  • 2021 – 95,984 miles
  • 2020 – 95,927 miles
  • 2019 – 86,429 miles
  • 2018 – 85,758 miles
  • 2017 – 84,701 miles
  • 2016 – 83,354 miles
  • 2015 – 81,616 miles
  • 2014 – 79,475 miles
  • 2013 – 74,480 miles
  • 2012 – 71,848 miles
  • 2011 – 68,211 miles
  • 2010 – 64,348 miles
  • 2009 – 60,288 miles
  • 2008 – 56,273 miles
  • 2007 – 52,002 miles
  • 2006 – 46,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,479 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sub frame rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sub frame rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side just before flexi pipe inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge no tread showing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides axle mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 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.

  • N/s/r tyre cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail97,479 miles (+1,495)3 dangerous16 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,479 miles
    Test number
    356141774181
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sub frame rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sub frame rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side just before flexi pipe inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge no tread showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides axle mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass95,984 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,984 miles
    Test number
    378128470745
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion welded in various places and heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail95,927 miles (+9,498)14 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,927 miles
    Test number
    735223060480
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger within 30 cm of suspension component (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger within 30 cm of suspension component (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member holed near side and off side

  4. Pass86,429 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,429 miles
    Test number
    778933235762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,427 miles (+669)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,427 miles
    Test number
    905199280870
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working sidelight in op (4.2.1 (a))

  6. Pass85,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,758 miles
    Test number
    311414569857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,758 miles (+1,057)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,758 miles
    Test number
    202565226952
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass84,701 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,701 miles
    Test number
    993022011274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,354 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,354 miles
    Test number
    371106618236
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre cracked

  10. Fail83,353 miles (+1,737)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,353 miles
    Test number
    418305736883
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre cracked

  11. Pass81,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,616 miles
    Test number
    309982555169
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail81,616 miles (+2,141)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,616 miles
    Test number
    605178845132
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  13. Pass79,475 miles (+4,995)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,475 miles
    Test number
    537983994005
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  14. Pass74,480 miles (+2,632)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    74,480 miles
    Test number
    748120433057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,848 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,848 miles
    Test number
    329248702179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,211 miles
    Test number
    448200311159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,211 miles (+3,863)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,211 miles
    Test number
    387210611186
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass64,348 miles (+4,060)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,348 miles
    Test number
    783499700164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,288 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    301830399033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,273 miles (+4,271)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,273 miles
    Test number
    153698308108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,002 miles
    Test number
    271648007403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,002 miles (+5,321)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,002 miles
    Test number
    534178807191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    46,681 miles
    Test number
    102211116171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T505 JCA

Does T505 JCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T505 JCA expired on 4 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T505 JCA?
The MOT on T505 JCA expired on 4 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T505 JCA done?
T505 JCA was recorded at 97,479 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2022, an average of 3,182 miles a year.
Has T505 JCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T505 JCA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T505 JCA 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 T505 JCA find?
T505 JCA failed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 16 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage missing; nearside front road wheel fractured; offside front anti-roll bar linkage missing, and 21 more.

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