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BV08 VCT

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

240,967 mi
Last recorded240,967 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 VCT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 240,967 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2021 236,005 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 227,469 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 210,302 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 189,646 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 168,938 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 168,876 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion evident throughout vehicle structure

Pass 12 Jan 2016 167,484 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 158,097 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 151,629 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 141,465 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 112,740 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 91,483 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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BV08 VCT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey 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 BV08 VCT, 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 BV08 VCT registered?

BV08 VCT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is BV08 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 VCT 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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