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DE58 GJY

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

268,306 mi
Last recorded268,306 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE58 GJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 268,306 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 260,593 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2025 260,582 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. dpf (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2024 252,711 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 252,710 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested incorect bulbs (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 249,935 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 247,712 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated linkage partially seized (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 236,142 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 229,183 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 219,632 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 212,567 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 207,497 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 178,463 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 152,489 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 124,108 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 94,367 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 94,367 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 23 Nov 2011 60,767 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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DE58 GJY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 DE58 GJY, 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 DE58 GJY registered?

DE58 GJY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 December 2008.

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