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BP08 EEG

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

180,184 mi
Last recorded180,184 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 EEG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 180,184 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

repairs covered in underseal

Fail 3 Sep 2025 180,184 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 177,395 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

damaged area covered with black plastic tray

Fail 12 Sep 2024 177,383 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 171,210 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under body general rust

Fail 28 Sep 2023 171,210 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

under body general rust

Pass 3 Sep 2022 168,471 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 Sep 2022 168,471 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 164,300 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 Jun 2021 164,053 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin suspected injector blowing and via the rear as the rear tailpipe is missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

all 3 rear differential mounting bushes defective

Pass 9 Jul 2020 155,881 miles

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre door corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 147,972 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 139,670 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 117,724 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 101,198 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 88,328 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 88,328 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 71,482 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 68,269 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 62,470 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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BP08 EEG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BP08 EEG, 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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BP08 EEG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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