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Mercedes-Benz V

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T909 BTRMOT history

T909 BTR is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz V first used on 23 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 15,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2023
Mileage
15,330 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T909 BTR
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
23 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T909 BTR was last recorded at 15,330 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 4,714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jul 2017: 4,638 miles, lower than 143,175 miles on 16 Apr 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
10,616 miles · 30 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
4,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 15,330 miles
  • 2020 – 10,616 miles
  • 2019 – 8,833 miles
  • 2017 – 4,638 miles
  • 2012 – 143,175 miles
  • 2011 – 129,434 miles
  • 2010 – 117,729 miles
  • 2009 – 109,070 miles
  • 2008 – 102,408 miles
  • 2007 – 94,503 miles
  • 2006 – 84,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass15,330 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases several leaks (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass15,330 miles (+4,714)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    15,330 miles
    Test number
    720099697661
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases several leaks (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass10,616 miles (+1,783)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    10,616 miles
    Test number
    953229968294
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased, nearside rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside, undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass8,833 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    8,833 miles
    Test number
    476889981174
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (covered in copper slip) (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail8,832 miles5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,832 miles
    Test number
    365402424572
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    920404749432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass4,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    4,638 miles
    Test number
    586909603378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail4,638 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,638 miles
    Test number
    878142386454
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    884473489425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. PassMileage not read9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    846348784248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe corroding
    • NoteOil level low

  10. FailMileage not read8 failures13 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    899496084289
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • 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 Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs badly worn/pitted/scored
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe corroding
    • NoteOil level low

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    529138103172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    409728503118
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass143,175 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    143,175 miles
    Test number
    496577202194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail143,111 miles (+13,677)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,111 miles
    Test number
    219492702460
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine speed high then drops when brake pedle depressed / front pads look low / brake pipe corrosion / rack play

  15. Pass129,434 miles (+11,705)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    129,434 miles
    Test number
    608101091080
    • NoteExhaust corrosion / body corrosion / underbody corrosion / brake pipe corrosion / oil leaks / movement in rear anti roll bar bushes / play in rack / unable to see front pads full / front n rear disc corroded / nsr pad look low
    • NoteGlow plug light on dash / drivers wiper smearing / chips in screen / osf headlamp cracked / front n side indicators fading / nsf side light work after tap test / nsr number plate lamp lose / not full checked rear seatbelts do to baby n child seat

  16. Fail117,729 miles1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,729 miles
    Test number
    231861690037
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split

  17. Pass117,729 miles (+8,659)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    117,729 miles
    Test number
    361081490055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split

  18. Pass109,070 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    109,070 miles
    Test number
    390486179029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail109,066 miles (+6,658)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,066 miles
    Test number
    450282879054
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass102,408 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    102,408 miles
    Test number
    641023778099
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Fail102,408 miles (+7,905)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,408 miles
    Test number
    273613378077
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  22. Pass94,503 miles (+9,674)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    94,503 miles
    Test number
    414111187033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  23. Pass84,829 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    84,829 miles
    Test number
    323763576028
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T909 BTR

Does T909 BTR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T909 BTR expired on 15 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T909 BTR?
The MOT on T909 BTR expired on 15 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T909 BTR done?
T909 BTR was recorded at 15,330 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022.
Has T909 BTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T909 BTR has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on T909 BTR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jul 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T909 BTR find?
T909 BTR passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases several leaks; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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