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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Purple · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

Y31 PUBMOT history

Y31 PUB is a purple diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 24 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 206,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jun 2023.

Y31 PUB purple Mercedes-Benz Vito – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2023
Mileage
206,507 mi
At MOT on 14 Jun 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y31 PUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y31 PUB was last recorded at 206,507 miles on 14 Jun 2023, 5,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,038 miles · 25 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,469 miles
Average per year
11,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 206,507 miles
  • 2022 – 201,038 miles
  • 2021 – 180,016 miles
  • 2020 – 179,933 miles
  • 2019 – 161,067 miles
  • 2018 – 158,779 miles
  • 2017 – 149,068 miles
  • 2016 – 139,734 miles
  • 2015 – 128,622 miles
  • 2014 – 117,338 miles
  • 2013 – 105,592 miles
  • 2012 – 88,522 miles
  • 2011 – 75,348 miles
  • 2010 – 54,961 miles
  • 2009 – 39,898 miles
  • 2008 – 26,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail206,507 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jack point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light cluster damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear silencer missing.

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.

  • Offside Rear light damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear diff oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail206,507 miles (+5,469)1 dangerous9 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,507 miles
    Test number
    228281347577
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jack point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer missing.

  2. Pass201,038 miles (+55)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    201,038 miles
    Test number
    470105242142
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  3. Fail200,983 miles (+20,967)10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,983 miles
    Test number
    991206672712
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  4. Pass180,016 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    180,016 miles
    Test number
    838873340796
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Fail179,980 miles (+47)1 dangerous18 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,980 miles
    Test number
    882934505934
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation excesive travel (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched hose rubing on wheel wrong casliper fitted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake lagging in operation excesive travel (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail179,933 miles (+18,866)3 dangerous6 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,933 miles
    Test number
    160149163733
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed holed in tread through to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass161,067 miles (+9)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    161,067 miles
    Test number
    307446413895
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail161,058 miles (+2,279)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,058 miles
    Test number
    784740171108
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass158,779 miles (+9,711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    158,779 miles
    Test number
    683607676603
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroding

  10. Pass149,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    149,068 miles
    Test number
    805311077901
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror cracked

  11. Fail149,068 miles (+9,334)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,068 miles
    Test number
    127111435049
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror cracked

  12. Pass139,734 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    139,734 miles
    Test number
    294007536938
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake pipes corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front to rear brake pipes corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass broken

  13. Fail139,734 miles (+11,112)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,734 miles
    Test number
    310273864855
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake pipes corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front to rear brake pipes corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass broken

  14. Pass128,622 miles (+11,284)1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    128,622 miles
    Test number
    689994405196
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake pipe's to flexi hose area corroded
    • NoteNearside brake pipe next to fuel tank area corroded
    • NoteNearside front to rear brake pipes corroded around front union area
    • NoteNearside mirror glass deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front brake feel's slight bind with front wheel's raised and rotated but no sign of binding on roller brake test
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs surface corrosion
    • NoteSteering slightly notchy on lock to lock

  15. Pass117,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    117,338 miles
    Test number
    576595104178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail117,338 miles (+11,746)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,338 miles
    Test number
    298030904445
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass105,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    105,592 miles
    Test number
    498623023171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,592 miles (+17,070)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,592 miles
    Test number
    265183823488
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Fail88,522 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,522 miles
    Test number
    597899422162
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass88,522 miles (+13,174)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,522 miles
    Test number
    965839122186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,348 miles (+20,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,348 miles
    Test number
    545483541128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  22. Pass54,961 miles (+15,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,961 miles
    Test number
    153644730166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass39,898 miles (+12,908)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,898 miles
    Test number
    261701649132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,990 miles
    Test number
    632255538180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y31 PUB

Does Y31 PUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y31 PUB expired on 24 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y31 PUB?
The MOT on Y31 PUB expired on 24 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y31 PUB done?
Y31 PUB was recorded at 206,507 miles at its MOT on 14 Jun 2023, an average of 11,902 miles a year.
Has Y31 PUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y31 PUB has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y31 PUB 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 Y31 PUB find?
Y31 PUB failed its latest MOT on 14 Jun 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 18 more.

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