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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T872 DLPMOT history

T872 DLP is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 180,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2022
Mileage
180,086 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T872 DLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T872 DLP was last recorded at 180,086 miles on 29 Nov 2021, 6,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,601 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
6,485 miles
Average per year
5,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 180,086 miles
  • 2020 – 173,601 miles
  • 2017 – 167,678 miles
  • 2016 – 160,766 miles
  • 2014 – 151,090 miles
  • 2013 – 140,948 miles
  • 2012 – 128,791 miles
  • 2011 – 120,520 miles
  • 2010 – 114,696 miles
  • 2009 – 108,720 miles
  • 2008 – 103,608 miles
  • 2006 – 91,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,086 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass180,086 miles2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    180,086 miles
    Test number
    973501115769
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,086 miles (+6,485)1 repaired2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,086 miles
    Test number
    295629231742
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass173,601 miles (+5,923)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    173,601 miles
    Test number
    568724843762
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass167,678 miles (+6,912)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    167,678 miles
    Test number
    633382422221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass160,766 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    160,766 miles
    Test number
    951517969697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail160,741 miles (+9,651)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,741 miles
    Test number
    914026920995
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill holed (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill holed near (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass151,090 miles (+104)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    151,090 miles
    Test number
    298394124325
    • NoteInside edge of rear brake dicscs slightly corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear inner brake pads worn low
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  8. Fail150,986 miles (+10,038)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,986 miles
    Test number
    276202424351
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteInside edge of rear brake dicscs slightly corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear inner brake pads worn low
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  9. Pass140,948 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    140,948 miles
    Test number
    478879013478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteStone chip in front screen

  10. Fail140,948 miles (+12,157)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,948 miles
    Test number
    479268613378
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to wear bars and slightly perrished
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteStone chip in front screen

  11. Pass128,791 miles (+33)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    128,791 miles
    Test number
    957728512354
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r number plate light dim
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in both front sterring side arms

  12. Fail128,758 miles (+8,238)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,758 miles
    Test number
    539447812331
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r number plate light dim
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in both front sterring side arms

  13. Pass120,520 miles (+5,824)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    120,520 miles
    Test number
    336654331338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,696 miles (+5,976)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    114,696 miles
    Test number
    913004330359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass108,720 miles (+5,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    108,720 miles
    Test number
    493494839331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass103,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    103,608 miles
    Test number
    243950438332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    453293037491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    91,814 miles
    Test number
    831811236380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,814 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,814 miles
    Test number
    981898226393
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T872 DLP

Does T872 DLP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T872 DLP expired on 3 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T872 DLP?
The MOT on T872 DLP expired on 3 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T872 DLP done?
T872 DLP was recorded at 180,086 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2021, an average of 5,879 miles a year.
Has T872 DLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T872 DLP has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T872 DLP 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 T872 DLP find?
T872 DLP passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2021 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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