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CA08 XEK

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

77,453 mi
Last recorded77,453 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 XEK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 77,453 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2025 77,453 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 74,021 miles

Accident damage to the OSF door

Drivers seat worn

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

Fail 9 Dec 2024 74,018 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Accident damage to the OSF door

Drivers seat worn

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 72,171 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 68,777 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2022 68,777 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 65,705 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 65,705 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2020 62,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in the tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished in the tread pattern and sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tail pipe corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2019 59,022 miles

Glow plug light on

Pass 12 Oct 2018 56,194 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Oct 2018 56,194 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 53,063 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 50,603 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 48,802 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 42,891 miles

Engine light lit on dashboard.

Pass 8 Oct 2013 39,593 miles

management light on

nearside wiper blade well worn

Pass 9 Oct 2012 35,004 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 34,678 miles

both rear tyres perished and significantly worn on outer edge- main tread depth acceptable* all testable items inspected and found to be acceptable at time of test*

brakepads worn especially rear pads which are getting close to thelimit* difficult to adequately examine inner brakepads*acceptable dashboard warning light on*

shields and lining on undcerbody,etc, restrict examination* no rear view mirror* headlamp aims on aim limits* engine oil leakage* front brake discs worn* clutter removedfrom rear before test*

Pass 22 Jul 2011 26,345 miles

osf/nsf tyres wearing outer edges

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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CA08 XEK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 CA08 XEK, 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 CA08 XEK registered?

CA08 XEK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is CA08 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 XEK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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