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Mercedes-Benz V

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,792 cc

T970 RCDMOT history

T970 RCD is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz V first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2023
Mileage
92,476 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T970 RCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
V
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T970 RCD was last recorded at 92,476 miles on 8 Jul 2022, 2,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,711 miles · 17 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
2,765 miles
Average per year
3,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,476 miles
  • 2021 – 89,711 miles
  • 2020 – 88,196 miles
  • 2019 – 85,694 miles
  • 2018 – 82,514 miles
  • 2017 – 79,245 miles
  • 2015 – 74,602 miles
  • 2014 – 71,996 miles
  • 2013 – 68,490 miles
  • 2012 – 65,580 miles
  • 2011 – 60,668 miles
  • 2010 – 57,318 miles
  • 2009 – 53,785 miles
  • 2008 – 50,573 miles
  • 2007 – 47,679 miles
  • 2006 – 39,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,476 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear sill panels slightly corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread colour faded (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass92,476 miles (+2,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,476 miles
    Test number
    594597883248
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear sill panels slightly corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread colour faded (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass89,711 miles (+1,515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,711 miles
    Test number
    213633744773
    • AdvisoryNearside sill panel has areas of slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside sill panel has areas of slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear number plate faded

  3. Pass88,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,196 miles
    Test number
    642798438850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,196 miles (+2,502)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,196 miles
    Test number
    796453594228
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wiper blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass85,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,694 miles
    Test number
    951575245966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,694 miles (+3,180)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,694 miles
    Test number
    163475211787
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb not working, new bulb fitted and tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass82,514 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,514 miles
    Test number
    542631686010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,245 miles
    Test number
    728429925680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    953371118941
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. FailMileage not read5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    596428758459
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass74,602 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,602 miles
    Test number
    516212645170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Fail74,602 miles (+2,606)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,602 miles
    Test number
    459891045155
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass71,996 miles (+4)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,996 miles
    Test number
    259721674182
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear anti roll bar links have slight play
    • NoteOffside and nearside windows tinted
    • NoteVery strong smell of petrol but unable to find any leaks

  14. Fail71,992 miles (+3,502)1 dangerous4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,992 miles
    Test number
    965937964181
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear anti roll bar links have slight play
    • NoteOffside and nearside windows tinted
    • NoteVery strong smell of petrol but unable to find any leaks

  15. Pass68,490 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,490 miles
    Test number
    219345163468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre cracked

  16. Fail68,490 miles (+55)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,490 miles
    Test number
    527205863185
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre cracked

  17. Fail68,435 miles (+2,855)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,435 miles
    Test number
    647141453191
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail65,580 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    706366282071
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise engine light staying on.
    • NoteAdvise rear back box deterioation
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  19. Pass65,580 miles (+4,912)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    708226282032
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise engine light staying on.
    • NoteAdvise rear back box deterioation
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass60,668 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,668 miles
    Test number
    455194091091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,318 miles (+3,533)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,318 miles
    Test number
    200380110465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,785 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,785 miles
    Test number
    194701579016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,573 miles (+2,894)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,573 miles
    Test number
    572976058030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,679 miles
    Test number
    151557157009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail47,679 miles (+7,787)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,679 miles
    Test number
    421887357092
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass39,892 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,892 miles
    Test number
    440115276048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,769 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,769 miles
    Test number
    444023976074
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBumper insecure

Questions about T970 RCD

Does T970 RCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T970 RCD expired on 7 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T970 RCD?
The MOT on T970 RCD expired on 7 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T970 RCD done?
T970 RCD was recorded at 92,476 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2022, an average of 3,230 miles a year.
Has T970 RCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T970 RCD has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on T970 RCD 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 T970 RCD find?
T970 RCD passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2022 with 3 advisories: integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear sill panels slightly corroded; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread colour faded.

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