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AP08 UFD

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

186,483 mi
Last recorded186,483 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 186,483 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 184,205 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 184,203 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2020 164,916 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 164,912 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 160,999 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2017 160,999 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 149,343 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 149,343 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 141,013 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 141,013 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 134,009 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 123,471 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 123,471 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 96,804 miles

crack in screen very top n/s

very small pin hole in middle section of exhaust

Fail 19 Jul 2012 96,803 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 69,624 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 69,624 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 UFD 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 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UFD, 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

How do I check the history of AP08 UFD?

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What year was AP08 UFD registered?

AP08 UFD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is AP08 UFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 UFD shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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