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AY58 AJV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

186,388 mi
Last recorded186,388 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 AJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 186,388 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 166,347 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 150,670 miles

chip in screen, just outside critical zone . may grow.

Fail 1 Aug 2016 150,668 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s 250 (binding) o/s 350 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high off scale (1.8)

chip in screen, just outside critical zone . may grow.

Pass 7 Aug 2015 139,611 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 139,611 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 125,690 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 101,827 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 101,827 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 77,950 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 77,950 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 52,642 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 52,642 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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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AY58 AJV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 AY58 AJV, 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 AY58 AJV registered?

AY58 AJV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is AY58 AJV safe to buy?

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