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BN08 XCR

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

199,719 mi
Last recorded199,719 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 XCR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 199,719 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear lens damaged

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff has leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 199,352 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 196,283 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front grills damaged

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear both sides lens damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2019 191,408 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear lens damaged

Pass 1 Sep 2018 187,273 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 182,366 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 176,711 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 171,489 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 171,489 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 167,663 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 153,431 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 118,929 miles

parking brake has some travel

Pass 7 Mar 2011 87,342 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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BN08 XCR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN08 XCR, 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 BN08 XCR registered?

BN08 XCR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BN08 XCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 XCR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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