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BG08 PNV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

206,207 mi
Last recorded206,207 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 PNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 206,207 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 206,207 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 200,396 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 200,225 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2024 200,225 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 198,979 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 198,972 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 194,926 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 194,926 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 188,160 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 188,160 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 13 May 2019 176,248 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 168,033 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 162,445 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 157,760 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 157,760 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

Pass 6 May 2015 148,687 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 141,491 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 132,513 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 132,513 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 121,850 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 107,266 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 107,266 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

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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BG08 PNV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BG08 PNV, 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 BG08 PNV registered?

BG08 PNV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is BG08 PNV safe to buy?

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