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DK08 YKR

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

265,461 mi
Last recorded265,461 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 YKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 265,461 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 265,461 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure back plate has corroded through (1.1.14 (d))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 261,980 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 261,979 miles

Front Prop shaft bearing excessively worn front universal joint has excessive play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 257,876 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 257,876 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working n/s stop lamp inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 254,162 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 249,660 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 237,010 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 226,646 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 199,874 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 176,208 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 166,811 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Jan 2012 155,515 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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DK08 YKR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YKR, 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 YKR registered?

DK08 YKR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is DK08 YKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 YKR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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