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CA08 YHF

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,695 mi
Last recorded84,695 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 YHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 84,695 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 84,695 miles

Front front brake application uneven n/s 330 o/s420 (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 81,232 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 79,099 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 74,898 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 74,895 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 64,621 miles

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge.

oil filler adrift.

Pass 23 Aug 2012 55,030 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 49,791 miles

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

Oil leak

front and rear brake discs slighty worn

Pass 20 Feb 2012 49,791 miles

Oil leak

front and rear brake discs slighty worn

Pass 3 Aug 2011 48,218 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 2 Aug 2011 48,218 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 YHF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CA08 YHF, 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

How do I check the history of CA08 YHF?

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What year was CA08 YHF registered?

CA08 YHF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is CA08 YHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 YHF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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