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DK08 MHO

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

175,868 mi
Last recorded175,868 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 MHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 175,868 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 161,579 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 156,032 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive diff oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2021 156,032 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive diff oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 147,212 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 147,212 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 136,849 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 120,918 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 107,070 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 94,539 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2016 94,528 miles

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

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 84,093 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 72,099 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 58,594 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 46,674 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 38,681 miles

off side hand brake lower effort than near side

Pass 19 Jun 2009 16,011 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 16,006 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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DK08 MHO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DK08 MHO, 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 DK08 MHO registered?

DK08 MHO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is DK08 MHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 MHO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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