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DE08 XXD

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

215,704 mi
Last recorded215,704 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 XXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2017 215,704 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 215,704 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 203,034 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 203,014 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure Stalk Insecure (5.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 183,842 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 183,806 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 173,089 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 173,064 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2014 158,897 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 158,754 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 117,762 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 117,762 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 87,381 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 74,139 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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DE08 XXD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XXD, 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 DE08 XXD registered?

DE08 XXD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is DE08 XXD safe to buy?

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