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BG58 UBS

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

211,932 mi
Last recorded211,932 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 UBS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 211,932 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 200,486 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear differential bush

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear differential bush

Fail 8 Jan 2025 200,485 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear differential bush

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear differential bush

Pass 2 Jan 2024 189,219 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 179,218 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 179,218 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (71% with both rollers running together) (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 165,484 miles

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

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

Underside heavily undersealed

Pass 10 Dec 2020 148,301 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 140,655 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 140,655 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 132,371 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Dec 2018 132,371 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Dec 2017 122,353 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 109,349 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 95,173 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 79,533 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 79,533 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 64,623 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

front tyres wearing outer edges slightly (requires tracking)

Fail 4 Nov 2013 64,623 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

front tyres wearing outer edges slightly (requires tracking)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 48,773 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 15 Nov 2011 34,146 miles

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

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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BG58 UBS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BG58 UBS, 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.

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What year was BG58 UBS registered?

BG58 UBS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is BG58 UBS safe to buy?

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