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Mercedes-Benz Viano

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

Y18 YSFMOT history

Y18 YSF is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Viano first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 463,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
463,503 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
28,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 YSF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Viano
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 YSF was last recorded at 463,503 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 188,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
274,525 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
188,978 miles
Average per year
28,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 463,503 miles
  • 2025 – 274,525 miles
  • 2024 – 255,859 miles
  • 2023 – 241,433 miles
  • 2022 – 224,738 miles
  • 2021 – 196,623 miles
  • 2019 – 169,879 miles
  • 2018 – 168,084 miles
  • 2017 – 139,469 miles
  • 2016 – 135,292 miles
  • 2015 – 118,943 miles
  • 2014 – 97,567 miles
  • 2013 – 79,492 miles
  • 2012 – 58,439 miles
  • 2011 – 39,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass463,503 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside side loading door dented
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on offside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass463,503 miles (+188,978)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    463,503 miles
    Test number
    804239475628
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside side loading door dented
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass274,525 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    274,525 miles
    Test number
    612032718196
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill covered heavily with sealant
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail274,525 miles (+18,666)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,525 miles
    Test number
    331240765582
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill covered heavily with sealant
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass255,859 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    255,859 miles
    Test number
    254167467170
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre scrubbing on edge
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySmall exhaust blow

  5. Fail255,859 miles (+14,426)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,859 miles
    Test number
    965527943491
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre scrubbing on edge
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySmall exhaust blow

  6. Pass241,433 miles (+16,695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    241,433 miles
    Test number
    243846665963
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering rack gaiter damp

  7. Pass224,738 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    224,738 miles
    Test number
    514325347943
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres scrubbing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  8. Fail224,737 miles (+28,114)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,737 miles
    Test number
    212212920483
    • DangerousNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres scrubbing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  9. Pass196,623 miles (+26,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    196,623 miles
    Test number
    295791650046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass169,879 miles (+1,795)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    169,879 miles
    Test number
    466900642063
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass168,084 miles (+95)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    168,084 miles
    Test number
    194393173350
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on offside (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail167,989 miles (+28,520)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,989 miles
    Test number
    264220866398
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended front row centre belt (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on offside (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass139,469 miles (+4,177)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    139,469 miles
    Test number
    545963094166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass135,292 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    135,292 miles
    Test number
    435913844308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear driveshaft inner oil seal leaking

  15. Fail135,292 miles (+16,349)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,292 miles
    Test number
    229250983730
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger rusted off (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.47mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just legal (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear driveshaft inner oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass118,943 miles (+21,376)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    118,943 miles
    Test number
    498498465191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer edge worn
    • NoteNearside rear driveshaft oil seal leaking

  17. Pass97,567 miles (+18,075)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    97,567 miles
    Test number
    289020064144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,492 miles (+21,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,492 miles
    Test number
    538922373147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail58,439 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,439 miles
    Test number
    135020862168
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass58,439 miles (+19,040)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,439 miles
    Test number
    269080262407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,399 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,399 miles
    Test number
    718672771174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,103 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,103 miles
    Test number
    326479231173
    • NoteN/s/rear jacking support missing

Questions about Y18 YSF

Does Y18 YSF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 YSF is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 YSF?
The MOT on Y18 YSF is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 YSF done?
Y18 YSF was recorded at 463,503 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 28,915 miles a year.
Has Y18 YSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 YSF has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y18 YSF 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 Y18 YSF find?
Y18 YSF passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s jacking points; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside side loading door dented, and 1 more.

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