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CE08 HLJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

95,669 mi
Last recorded95,669 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 HLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 95,669 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 95,613 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting In front of Suspension arm mountain, holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 91,067 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 85,889 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 81,681 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 77,094 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 76,550 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 68,421 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 62,856 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 56,677 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 49,617 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 44,972 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 39,004 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 34,229 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 30,010 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 26,269 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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CE08 HLJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 CE08 HLJ, 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 CE08 HLJ registered?

CE08 HLJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is CE08 HLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 HLJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE08 HLJ have outstanding finance?

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