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Mercedes-Benz V

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T56 RMCMOT history

T56 RMC is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz V first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 110,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2024
Mileage
110,396 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 RMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
V
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 RMC was last recorded at 110,396 miles on 1 Jul 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,385 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,396 miles
  • 2022 – 109,647 miles
  • 2020 – 108,369 miles
  • 2019 – 106,602 miles
  • 2016 – 104,048 miles
  • 2015 – 102,994 miles
  • 2014 – 101,560 miles
  • 2013 – 97,006 miles
  • 2012 – 94,463 miles
  • 2011 – 89,948 miles
  • 2010 – 80,245 miles
  • 2009 – 73,399 miles
  • 2008 – 68,137 miles
  • 2007 – 58,776 miles
  • 2006 – 49,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,396 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,396 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    110,396 miles
    Test number
    113208056592
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail110,385 miles (+738)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,385 miles
    Test number
    450244755792
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass109,647 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    109,647 miles
    Test number
    287801823425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail109,647 miles (+1,278)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,647 miles
    Test number
    793835993213
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass108,369 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    108,369 miles
    Test number
    806401881747
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear

  6. Fail108,369 miles (+1,767)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,369 miles
    Test number
    124406926615
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear

  7. Pass106,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,602 miles
    Test number
    273707326849
    • 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))

  8. Fail106,602 miles (+2,554)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,602 miles
    Test number
    301756509314
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass104,048 miles (+1,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    104,048 miles
    Test number
    856996044867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass102,994 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    102,994 miles
    Test number
    592603371637
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail102,994 miles (+1,434)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,994 miles
    Test number
    544581005741
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass101,560 miles (+4,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    101,560 miles
    Test number
    166865344353
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail97,006 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,006 miles
    Test number
    108081743347
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass97,006 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,006 miles
    Test number
    267001143358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,463 miles (+10)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    94,463 miles
    Test number
    477987312417
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre on legal limit
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion forming on nearside rear metal brake pipe.
    • NoteAdvise vehicle been standing lenghthy time.

  16. Fail94,453 miles (+4,505)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,453 miles
    Test number
    365153972005
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise slight play in offside nearside streering arms

  17. Pass89,948 miles (+9,703)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,948 miles
    Test number
    167613751445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,245 miles (+6,846)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    80,245 miles
    Test number
    724636840088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    73,399 miles
    Test number
    460239349097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,399 miles (+5,262)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,399 miles
    Test number
    522588449041
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass68,137 miles (+9,361)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,137 miles
    Test number
    811994148030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    58,776 miles
    Test number
    420563057002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,776 miles (+9,286)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,776 miles
    Test number
    172550457013
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass49,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    49,490 miles
    Test number
    724647946030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T56 RMC

Does T56 RMC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T56 RMC expired on 30 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T56 RMC?
The MOT on T56 RMC expired on 30 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T56 RMC done?
T56 RMC was recorded at 110,396 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2023, an average of 3,507 miles a year.
Has T56 RMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 RMC has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T56 RMC 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 T56 RMC find?
T56 RMC passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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