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BJ08 KHY

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

261,621 mi
Last recorded261,621 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 KHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 261,621 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 249,391 miles

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

exhaust pipe modified

Pass 8 Feb 2022 231,211 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Feb 2022 231,211 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board (6.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board back pipe missing (6.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 220,036 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

corrosion on underbody,chassis,suspension and brake components

Pass 10 Jun 2019 203,903 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 203,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 185,042 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 149,988 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 14,637 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 146,366 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 141,190 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear plus n/s/f (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Oct 2015 141,188 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear plus n/s/f (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 134,536 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 134,536 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 122,747 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 105,491 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 105,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 65,144 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 65,144 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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BJ08 KHY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 BJ08 KHY, 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 BJ08 KHY registered?

BJ08 KHY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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