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AP08 HNL

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,541 mi
Last recorded83,541 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 HNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 83,541 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 71,953 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 68,828 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BRAKE PIPE STARTING TO CORRODE (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Aug 2024 68,828 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BRAKE PIPE STARTING TO CORRODE (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 68,270 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 67,870 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 67,137 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 66,164 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 66,164 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 64,888 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 61,716 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 59,445 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 55,502 miles

Offside osf tyre inner edge

osf ball joint slight play

Pass 6 Aug 2015 52,952 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 45,849 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 41,090 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 33,251 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,478 miles

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

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

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 HNL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HNL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP08 HNL registered?

AP08 HNL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is AP08 HNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 HNL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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