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DE08 LPC

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,812 mi
Last recorded117,812 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 LPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 117,812 miles

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

general corrosion under body

Pass 8 Oct 2024 117,388 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease on all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside outer sill corroded

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2024 117,388 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease on all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside outer sill corroded

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 114,619 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 113,276 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 108,966 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 108,966 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 107,366 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 102,684 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 94,613 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 86,180 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Slight oil leaks

Fail 24 Aug 2017 85,636 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Number plate has slight damage

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit At tread wear bars (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak Above rear axle? ()

Oil leak On to front exhaust pipe! ()

Pass 2 Sep 2016 78,510 miles

Front Number plate has slight damage.

Oil leak Dripping on to cat converter! ()

Fail 2 Sep 2016 78,510 miles

Front Number plate has slight damage.

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak Dripping on to cat converter! ()

Pass 1 Sep 2015 71,526 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 66,981 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 57,905 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 47,876 miles

interior mirror missing

Fail 7 Jun 2012 47,818 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

interior mirror missing

srs light on

Pass 15 Jun 2011 46,269 miles

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

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

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

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

brake pad warning light on

front brake discs liped

Fail 15 Jun 2011 46,266 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

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

brake pad warning light on

front brake discs liped

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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DE08 LPC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DE08 LPC, 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 DE08 LPC registered?

DE08 LPC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is DE08 LPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 LPC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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