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Mercedes-Benz V

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

X797 KFRMOT history

X797 KFR is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz V first used on 23 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 144,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2023
Mileage
144,258 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 KFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
V
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 KFR was last recorded at 144,258 miles on 6 Jan 2022, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,245 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
8,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 144,258 miles
  • 2021 – 138,385 miles
  • 2020 – 136,401 miles
  • 2019 – 131,871 miles
  • 2018 – 127,256 miles
  • 2017 – 119,736 miles
  • 2016 – 116,602 miles
  • 2015 – 113,289 miles
  • 2014 – 105,723 miles
  • 2012 – 96,745 miles
  • 2010 – 69,821 miles
  • 2009 – 45,512 miles
  • 2008 – 37,532 miles
  • 2007 – 23,011 miles
  • 2006 – 11,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,258 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,258 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    144,258 miles
    Test number
    556379503737
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail144,245 miles (+5,860)19 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,245 miles
    Test number
    711709152339
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel Parking brake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass138,385 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    138,385 miles
    Test number
    744488786383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail138,381 miles (+1,980)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,381 miles
    Test number
    331024068823
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass136,401 miles (+4,530)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,401 miles
    Test number
    920900008253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass131,871 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,871 miles
    Test number
    165288123158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,256 miles (+7,520)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    127,256 miles
    Test number
    256591103002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,736 miles (+3,134)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    119,736 miles
    Test number
    751207271857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,602 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    116,602 miles
    Test number
    156271570305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,289 miles (+7,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    113,289 miles
    Test number
    727256475001
    • 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)

  11. Pass105,723 miles (+8,978)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    105,723 miles
    Test number
    829960624075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,745 miles
    Test number
    606906392214
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail96,745 miles12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,745 miles
    Test number
    397513092445
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    635274781261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  15. FailMileage not read1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    865123281279
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside and Offside passengers doors wont open.

  16. Pass69,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,821 miles
    Test number
    364834980423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,821 miles (+24,309)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,821 miles
    Test number
    242899270267
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass45,512 miles (+7,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,512 miles
    Test number
    462156419226
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass37,532 miles (+14,521)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,532 miles
    Test number
    754826728290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,011 miles (+11,124)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,011 miles
    Test number
    252115127226
    • NoteExhaust back section corrded + slight blow keep check
    • NoteRear tyres low tread keep check

  21. Pass11,887 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    11,887 miles
    Test number
    232132516010
    • NoteWiper blades poor condition

Questions about X797 KFR

Does X797 KFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X797 KFR expired on 5 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X797 KFR?
The MOT on X797 KFR expired on 5 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X797 KFR done?
X797 KFR was recorded at 144,258 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2022, an average of 8,282 miles a year.
Has X797 KFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 KFR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on X797 KFR 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 X797 KFR find?
X797 KFR passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2022 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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