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DK08 YMS

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

148,328 mi
Last recorded148,328 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 YMS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 148,328 miles

GENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION.

Pass 9 Apr 2025 146,967 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 154,995 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 143,788 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 142,181 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 140,541 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 139,419 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 138,506 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 136,587 miles

Nearside and offside rear tyre's wearing on edge's

Offside front tyre wearing on edge's

Fail 27 Mar 2018 136,587 miles

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

Nearside and offside rear tyre's wearing on edge's

Offside front tyre wearing on edge's

Pass 1 Apr 2017 135,542 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 135,542 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 121,799 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 121,799 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 105,810 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 89,994 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 74,302 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 59,623 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 45,560 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 YMS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YMS, 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 YMS registered?

DK08 YMS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is DK08 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 YMS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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