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DG08 RKO

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

159,017 mi
Last recorded159,017 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 RKO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 159,017 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2024 159,017 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 141,189 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 141,189 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 133,995 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread depth at 2mm

Offside Rear tyre, has a small tear in the outer sidewall, no cords exposed

additional brake light not working.

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 8 Jun 2022 133,995 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear tyre tread depth at 2mm

Offside Rear tyre, has a small tear in the outer sidewall, no cords exposed

additional brake light not working.

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 8 Oct 2020 106,474 miles

Front O/S & N/S Brake discs worn thin.

Offside Rear Light unit slightly damaged.

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

Reverse lights not working.

The parking brake has only just made the required effort, and also has very little reserve traval.

Fail 7 Oct 2020 106,474 miles

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

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

Front O/S & N/S Brake discs worn thin.

Offside Rear Light unit slightly damaged.

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

Reverse lights not working.

The parking brake has only just made the required effort, and also has very little reserve traval.

Pass 20 May 2019 86,898 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 May 2019 86,898 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2018 78,193 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2018 78,193 miles

Emissions not tested catalytic converter missing (8.2.2.2 (e))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment paddle has on reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

Upper Driver's door hinge insecure weld fractured (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 May 2017 70,667 miles

Oil leak ON DIFF ()

Pass 26 May 2016 64,022 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2015 54,869 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 May 2015 54,869 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)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 44,851 miles

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

slight play in droplinks

Pass 8 Mar 2013 36,297 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 36,297 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 25,817 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 15 Feb 2011 22,492 miles

screw in nsr tyre

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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DG08 RKO 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 61.9%.

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 DG08 RKO, 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 DG08 RKO registered?

DG08 RKO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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