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BV08 XUA

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

192,642 mi
Last recorded192,642 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 XUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 192,642 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 190,663 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 188,503 miles

Bonnet cable not in handle. Still opens and closes securely.

Brake pedal spongy / sinking

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Light unit loose. Not likely to fall. Beam image ok

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre wearing

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. Gearbox. Rear Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fronts and Rears (1.2.1 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Surrounding of all 4 jacking pads. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 186,512 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 185,395 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 184,167 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 177,983 miles

Nearside Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

rear diff leaking oil

Fail 24 May 2019 177,957 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust missing not accessible (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside headlamp insecure but unlikely to fall out

coolant low

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 25 May 2018 153,831 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 148,804 miles

rear diff leaking oil

Fail 29 Apr 2017 148,791 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 18 Apr 2016 146,259 miles

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

slight play n/s/f inner rack end

under trays fitted items removed from drivers view

Fail 14 Apr 2016 146,259 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

slight play n/s/f inner rack end

surface corrosion front discss

under trays fitted items removed from drivers view

Fail 27 Feb 2015 145,075 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 145,075 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 137,614 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 137,614 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2012 108,571 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 76,125 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 XUA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 XUA, 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 BV08 XUA registered?

BV08 XUA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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