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AX08 YTM

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,937 mi
Last recorded182,937 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 YTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 182,937 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 182,907 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2024 176,496 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 175,527 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 173,481 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 170,975 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 168,317 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 161,322 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 155,000 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 145,663 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 137,083 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 129,653 miles

both rear tyres worn on the inside edge

Fail 1 Jun 2015 129,646 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres worn on the inside edge

Pass 17 Jun 2014 124,095 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 105,418 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 86,150 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 86,150 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 66,198 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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AX08 YTM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AX08 YTM, 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 AX08 YTM?

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What year was AX08 YTM registered?

AX08 YTM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is AX08 YTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 YTM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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