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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

V43 KKVMOT history

V43 KKV is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 23 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 231,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2023
Mileage
231,016 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 KKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 KKV was last recorded at 231,016 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
230,996 miles · 14 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
5,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 231,016 miles
  • 2020 – 225,670 miles
  • 2019 – 222,521 miles
  • 2018 – 214,301 miles
  • 2017 – 206,502 miles
  • 2016 – 199,393 miles
  • 2015 – 183,775 miles
  • 2013 – 181,278 miles
  • 2012 – 175,708 miles
  • 2011 – 169,775 miles
  • 2010 – 166,069 miles
  • 2009 – 159,990 miles
  • 2008 – 153,657 miles
  • 2007 – 147,126 miles
  • 2006 – 141,792 miles
  • 2005 – 136,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,016 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2016

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded remainder of steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,016 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    231,016 miles
    Test number
    571770790557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail230,996 miles (+5,326)14 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,996 miles
    Test number
    939538161566
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring hanger chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass225,670 miles (+3,149)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    225,670 miles
    Test number
    906932062081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass222,521 miles (+8,220)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    222,521 miles
    Test number
    246274042821
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass214,301 miles (+7,799)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    214,301 miles
    Test number
    238387557716
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  6. Pass206,502 miles (+7,109)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    206,502 miles
    Test number
    781143687375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present underside of vehicle

  7. Pass199,393 miles (+57)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    199,393 miles
    Test number
    881038307592
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded remainder of steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present throughout underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryPlay in both inner steering rack arms

  8. Fail199,336 miles (+15,561)8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,336 miles
    Test number
    125218879401
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears rear sections (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis near top shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis near top shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear panel (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded remainder of steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present throughout underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryPlay in both inner steering rack arms

  9. Pass183,775 miles (+20)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    183,775 miles
    Test number
    346645255060
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly damaged (6.6.1)
    • NoteSurface corrosion present throughout vehicle chassis

  10. Fail183,755 miles (+2,477)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,755 miles
    Test number
    169951155097
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly damaged (6.6.1)
    • NoteSurface corrosion present throughout vehicle chassis

  11. Pass181,278 miles (+5,570)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    181,278 miles
    Test number
    719329403367
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass175,708 miles (+5,933)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    175,708 miles
    Test number
    289496902333
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass169,775 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    169,775 miles
    Test number
    787389271259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass166,069 miles (+6,079)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    166,069 miles
    Test number
    940030870247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass159,990 miles (+6,333)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    159,990 miles
    Test number
    742985969225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass153,657 miles (+6,531)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    153,657 miles
    Test number
    560553478210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass147,126 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    147,126 miles
    Test number
    260149567233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass141,792 miles (+5,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    141,792 miles
    Test number
    763546956201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Pass136,214 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    136,214 miles
    Test number
    302281975467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about V43 KKV

Does V43 KKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 KKV expired on 24 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 KKV?
The MOT on V43 KKV expired on 24 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 KKV done?
V43 KKV was recorded at 231,016 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 5,750 miles a year.
Has V43 KKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 KKV has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V43 KKV 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 V43 KKV find?
V43 KKV passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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