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BV08 XTD

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

272,717 mi
Last recorded272,717 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 XTD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 272,717 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Suspension components slightly corroded

Underneath surface corrosion

Fail 16 Sep 2022 272,717 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Suspension components slightly corroded

Underneath surface corrosion

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 257,963 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Brake hose slightly twisted offside front (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy offside rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 257,963 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded all pipes from abs pump (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to [offside front hose] (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to nearside front hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded long brake pipe [front to rear nearside] (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded long brake pipe [front to rear] offside (1.1.11 (c))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Brake hose slightly chafed nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Brake hose slightly twisted offside front (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 248,862 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 227,117 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 214,203 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 195,193 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 181,345 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 134,629 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 134,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 96,804 miles

rear pads getting low

Fail 4 Apr 2013 96,804 miles

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

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

rear pads getting low

Fail 5 Apr 2012 68,014 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 68,014 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 39,341 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 XTD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BV08 XTD, 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 XTD registered?

BV08 XTD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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