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BV08 XSM

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

227,000 mi
Last recorded227,000 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 XSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 227,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 212,101 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 209,755 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 209,755 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 204,582 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted.

Fail 3 Aug 2019 204,582 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted.

Pass 25 May 2018 189,669 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 149,100 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 140,822 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 131,669 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 120,192 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 114,771 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 114,771 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 101,105 miles

brake pad warning lamp illuminated all pads ok

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 XSM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XSM, 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 XSM registered?

BV08 XSM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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