MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
256,570 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Position lamp not working Both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm O/S/F & N/S/F,O/S/R (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Coolant leak ()
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Coolant leak ()
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel Marginal Pass (3.1.6b)
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.2.B.1f)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside rear light lense cracked
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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DE08 UTY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc 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 DE08 UTY, 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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DE08 UTY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 August 2008.
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