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CT08 FAB

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,368 mi
Last recorded136,368 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT08 FAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 136,368 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 131,141 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 125,722 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 120,056 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 113,977 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 107,144 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 100,499 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 100,498 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 93,865 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 90,160 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 86,878 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 82,820 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 77,103 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Feb 2014 67,836 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Feb 2013 58,421 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 47,779 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 43,131 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 43,129 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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CT08 FAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,098cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CT08 FAB, 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 CT08 FAB?

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What year was CT08 FAB registered?

CT08 FAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is CT08 FAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CT08 FAB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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