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AP08 DPV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

209,157 mi
Last recorded209,157 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 DPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 209,157 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 199,093 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 188,786 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 170,465 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 159,674 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 May 2021 159,674 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 May 2020 148,891 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 148,891 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 134,393 miles

foot / handbrake needs adjusting

slight brake bind, offside front wheel

Pass 30 Apr 2018 119,034 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 28 Apr 2018 118,859 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Oct 2016 99,257 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 99,257 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 86,390 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 74,070 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

no centre seats or rear seats and no rear seat belts

Pass 17 Oct 2013 63,847 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 1 May 2012 56,797 miles

both rear tyres getting low

o/side rear seat missing

Pass 10 May 2011 42,988 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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AP08 DPV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 123,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 DPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP08 DPV registered?

AP08 DPV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is AP08 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 DPV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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