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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y899 BKVMOT history

Y899 BKV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 105,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2026
Mileage
105,538 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y899 BKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y899 BKV was last recorded at 105,538 miles on 26 Mar 2025, 6,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,955 miles · 4 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
6,583 miles
Average per year
4,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,538 miles
  • 2022 – 98,955 miles
  • 2021 – 94,342 miles
  • 2020 – 90,065 miles
  • 2019 – 84,145 miles
  • 2018 – 81,014 miles
  • 2017 – 75,867 miles
  • 2016 – 71,505 miles
  • 2015 – 67,731 miles
  • 2014 – 64,155 miles
  • 2012 – 59,387 miles
  • 2011 – 53,261 miles
  • 2010 – 46,089 miles
  • 2009 – 38,355 miles
  • 2008 – 29,960 miles
  • 2007 – 24,721 miles
  • 2006 – 13,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,538 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside inner and outer sill starting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,538 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,538 miles
    Test number
    957716299447
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    417722567300
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    777084482760
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    764782760599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. FailMileage not read4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    868535643730
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,955 miles (+4,613)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,955 miles
    Test number
    506408293267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to jacking points front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to jacking points front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass94,342 miles (+4,277)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    94,342 miles
    Test number
    755742361268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,065 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,065 miles
    Test number
    208245007596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,005 miles (+5,860)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,005 miles
    Test number
    550470058336
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting inner wing to valance (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,145 miles (+14)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,145 miles
    Test number
    850067666433
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail84,131 miles (+3,117)8 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,131 miles
    Test number
    772909594305
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,014 miles (+5,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,014 miles
    Test number
    642785684590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass75,867 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,867 miles
    Test number
    284844785983
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill starting

  14. Fail75,853 miles (+4,348)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,853 miles
    Test number
    143711379440
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill starting

  15. Pass71,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,505 miles
    Test number
    412307598296
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember to valance rust starting near towbar mounts

  16. Fail71,505 miles (+3,774)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,505 miles
    Test number
    380041414968
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember to valance rust starting near towbar mounts

  17. Pass67,731 miles (+3,576)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,731 miles
    Test number
    926181465082
    • NoteOffside outer sill and offside front chassis leg slight rust

  18. Pass64,155 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,155 miles
    Test number
    307848854009
    • NoteFuel tank is stained, possibly a sign of leakage when fuel tank is full.

  19. Fail64,153 miles (+4,766)3 dangerous14 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,153 miles
    Test number
    179952054077
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteFuel tank is stained, possibly a sign of leakage when fuel tank is full.
    • NoteRecommend rear brake pads fitted when discs replaced.

  20. Fail59,387 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,387 miles
    Test number
    448609112360
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnable to check front centre seatbelt fully due to child seat

  21. Pass59,387 miles (+6,126)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,387 miles
    Test number
    859479312321
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnable to check front centre seatbelt fully due to child seat

  22. Pass53,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    53,261 miles
    Test number
    377899891225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,261 miles (+7,172)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,261 miles
    Test number
    729068791243
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass46,089 miles (+7,734)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    46,089 miles
    Test number
    271423760291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,355 miles (+8,395)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,355 miles
    Test number
    920584779247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,960 miles (+5,239)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,960 miles
    Test number
    401346748269
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNo rear seats fitted
    • NoteRear brake imbalance 30%

  27. Pass24,721 miles (+11,044)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,721 miles
    Test number
    814489167226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass13,677 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    13,677 miles
    Test number
    664511766239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail13,621 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,621 miles
    Test number
    102637236187
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y899 BKV

Does Y899 BKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y899 BKV expired on 26 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y899 BKV?
The MOT on Y899 BKV expired on 26 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y899 BKV done?
Y899 BKV was recorded at 105,538 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2025, an average of 4,874 miles a year.
Has Y899 BKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y899 BKV has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y899 BKV 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 Y899 BKV find?
Y899 BKV passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; exhaust mounting defective, and 1 more.

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