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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y238 VHRMOT history

Y238 VHR is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 16 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2021 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 148,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2021
Mileage
148,178 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2021
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 VHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2021
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y238 VHR was last recorded at 148,178 miles on 7 Dec 2021, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,113 miles · 12 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
65 miles
Average per year
4,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 148,178 miles
  • 2020 – 147,417 miles
  • 2019 – 145,513 miles
  • 2018 – 139,657 miles
  • 2017 – 133,387 miles
  • 2016 – 130,726 miles
  • 2015 – 130,634 miles
  • 2014 – 128,425 miles
  • 2013 – 125,463 miles
  • 2012 – 121,777 miles
  • 2011 – 119,238 miles
  • 2010 – 112,512 miles
  • 2009 – 104,769 miles
  • 2008 – 96,878 miles
  • 2007 – 88,292 miles
  • 2006 – 81,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,178 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner /outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer body badly corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer badly corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door bottom badly corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,178 miles (+65)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,178 miles
    Test number
    247390174094
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner /outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer body badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door bottom badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail148,113 miles (+696)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,113 miles
    Test number
    110237637442
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases forward of box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases of box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass147,417 miles (+1,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    147,417 miles
    Test number
    955276228747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGenral under side corrosion

  4. Pass145,513 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    145,513 miles
    Test number
    810993700050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail145,495 miles (+10)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,495 miles
    Test number
    240695536813
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested both (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail145,485 miles (+5,828)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,485 miles
    Test number
    310284307671
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass139,657 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    139,657 miles
    Test number
    205463904436
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOuter body corroded

  8. Fail139,653 miles (+6,266)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,653 miles
    Test number
    631081220988
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding bind from handbrake (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOuter body very corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder side very corroded

  9. Pass133,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    133,387 miles
    Test number
    234025651385
    • AdvisoryEntire underside of vehicle is in a state of corrosion
    • AdvisoryPrevious welded repairs have been carried out to a poor standard

  10. Fail133,387 miles (+2,661)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,387 miles
    Test number
    871554164021
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEntire underside of vehicle is in a state of corrosion
    • AdvisoryPrevious welded repairs have been carried out to a poor standard

  11. Pass130,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    130,726 miles
    Test number
    471618421895
    • AdvisoryPark brake effort low
    • AdvisoryWelded repairs cannot be fully inspected due to a heavy coating of underseal

  12. Fail130,726 miles (+92)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,726 miles
    Test number
    969357990777
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPark brake effort low
    • AdvisoryWelded repairs cannot be fully inspected due to a heavy coating of underseal

  13. Fail130,634 miles (+2,209)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,634 miles
    Test number
    274228818273
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer and inner sills (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer and inner sills (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass128,425 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    128,425 miles
    Test number
    199056744371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail128,425 miles (+2,962)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,425 miles
    Test number
    995516744305
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass125,463 miles (+14)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    125,463 miles
    Test number
    955980053341
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCorrosion on n/s and o/s inner and outer sills

  17. Fail125,449 miles (+3,672)4 failures9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,449 miles
    Test number
    137077243327
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCorrosion on n/s and o/s inner and outer sills

  18. Pass121,777 miles (+17)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    121,777 miles
    Test number
    429242032413
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth inner and outer sills corroded

  19. Fail121,760 miles (+2,522)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,760 miles
    Test number
    929576422352
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth inner and outer sills corroded

  20. Pass119,238 miles (+6,726)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    119,238 miles
    Test number
    399145621314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth inner /outer sills corroded
    • NoteN/s/f bearing slightly rough

  21. Pass112,512 miles (+7,743)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    112,512 miles
    Test number
    364459230231
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass104,769 miles (+7,891)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    104,769 miles
    Test number
    752202239279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,878 miles (+8,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    96,878 miles
    Test number
    164385128233
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass88,292 miles (+6,881)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    88,292 miles
    Test number
    293002027245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail81,411 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,411 miles
    Test number
    131244136274
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  26. Pass81,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    81,411 miles
    Test number
    640144736234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 VHR

Does Y238 VHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y238 VHR expired on 12 Aug 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y238 VHR?
The MOT on Y238 VHR expired on 12 Aug 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y238 VHR done?
Y238 VHR was recorded at 148,178 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2021, an average of 4,366 miles a year.
Has Y238 VHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 VHR has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y238 VHR 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 Y238 VHR find?
Y238 VHR failed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2021 with 5 major defects and 10 advisories: nearside front inner subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside lower integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner /outer sill; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 12 more.

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