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Mercedes-Benz V

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T708 ELUMOT history

T708 ELU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz V first used on 11 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 147,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2025
Mileage
147,837 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T708 ELU
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
11 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T708 ELU was last recorded at 147,837 miles on 19 Dec 2024, 5,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,836 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,001 miles
Average per year
4,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,837 miles
  • 2023 – 141,789 miles
  • 2022 – 140,002 miles
  • 2020 – 137,849 miles
  • 2019 – 132,029 miles
  • 2018 – 127,753 miles
  • 2017 – 123,049 miles
  • 2016 – 113,449 miles
  • 2015 – 106,453 miles
  • 2014 – 99,004 miles
  • 2013 – 96,423 miles
  • 2012 – 93,886 miles
  • 2011 – 91,367 miles
  • 2010 – 87,768 miles
  • 2009 – 82,798 miles
  • 2008 – 76,038 miles
  • 2006 – 66,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,837 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,837 miles (+5,001)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    147,837 miles
    Test number
    262792583778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail142,836 miles (+1,047)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,836 miles
    Test number
    765561481087
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass141,789 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    141,789 miles
    Test number
    700388899736
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  4. Fail141,789 miles (+1,787)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,789 miles
    Test number
    659460855510
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  5. Pass140,002 miles (+2,153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    140,002 miles
    Test number
    378227439939
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass137,849 miles (+83)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    137,849 miles
    Test number
    414618720078
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail137,766 miles (+5,737)16 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,766 miles
    Test number
    578614218112
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,029 miles (+4,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,029 miles
    Test number
    175662134672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass127,753 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,753 miles
    Test number
    607180030142
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail127,753 miles (+13)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,753 miles
    Test number
    331385709346
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail127,740 miles (+4,691)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,740 miles
    Test number
    847446578928
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass123,049 miles (+9,600)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    123,049 miles
    Test number
    327719641004
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both side outer silles (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both side (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Pass113,449 miles (+6,996)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,449 miles
    Test number
    371999107178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,453 miles (+7,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,453 miles
    Test number
    851081296260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass99,004 miles (+2,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,004 miles
    Test number
    306771924328
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass96,423 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,423 miles
    Test number
    487930123476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,388 miles (+2,502)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,388 miles
    Test number
    487924303378
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure 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 Rear Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass93,886 miles (+2,519)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    93,886 miles
    Test number
    458269142207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    91,367 miles
    Test number
    316035241425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail91,367 miles (+3,599)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,367 miles
    Test number
    575484641293
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass87,768 miles (+4,970)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    87,768 miles
    Test number
    953521430288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    82,798 miles
    Test number
    793581139282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,798 miles (+6,760)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,798 miles
    Test number
    373860939259
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  24. Pass76,038 miles (+9,284)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,038 miles
    Test number
    462681078185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    66,754 miles
    Test number
    251134726357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about T708 ELU

Does T708 ELU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T708 ELU expired on 18 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T708 ELU?
The MOT on T708 ELU expired on 18 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T708 ELU done?
T708 ELU was recorded at 147,837 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2024, an average of 4,484 miles a year.
Has T708 ELU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T708 ELU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T708 ELU 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 T708 ELU find?
T708 ELU passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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