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D21 VES

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

119,972 mi
Last recorded119,972 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 VES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 119,972 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Slight corrosion underneath

Pass 30 Jun 2025 118,580 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 116,812 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired slightly binding on (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine or gear box has slight oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 116,786 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 116,714 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 115,947 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 114,478 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 113,413 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 113,130 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 112,212 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 111,662 miles

nearside rear disc slightly rusted

Pass 3 Sep 2016 110,648 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 107,800 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 107,800 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 107,517 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 107,517 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 103,417 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 99,606 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 99,606 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 75,790 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 75,790 miles

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

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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D21 VES is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,987cc 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 D21 VES, 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.

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What year was D21 VES registered?

D21 VES is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is D21 VES safe to buy?

The MOT history for D21 VES 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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