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DK08 YZE

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

110,551 mi
Last recorded110,551 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 YZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 110,551 miles

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

Nearside Front CRASH DAMAGE

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front CORRSION TO JACKING POINT AND OUTRIGGER NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA

Fail 2 Jul 2026 110,551 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front CRASH DAMAGE

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front CORRSION TO JACKING POINT AND OUTRIGGER NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA

Pass 4 Jul 2025 107,542 miles

Nearside CRASH DAMAGE TO VEHICLE

Offside Front CORROSION TO OUTRIGGER AND JACKING POINT

Fail 30 Jun 2025 107,532 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside CRASH DAMAGE TO VEHICLE

Offside Front CORROSION TO OUTRIGGER AND JACKING POINT

Pass 2 Jul 2024 102,723 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 97,713 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 94,253 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

front bumper damaged but secured

Pass 10 Feb 2021 91,374 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 9 Feb 2021 91,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 26 Feb 2020 86,582 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 86,582 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 82,813 miles

front bumper loose but secure

nearside front tyre outer side wall damaged

nearside rear tyre outer side wall damaged and low on tread

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Feb 2018 79,549 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 76,749 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 72,713 miles

Offside Front nail

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 68,632 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 63,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jan 2014 63,097 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 56,993 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre outer wall slightly damaged

nearside rear tyre outer wall slightly damaged

Pass 25 Jan 2012 50,888 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 47,475 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

front and rear discs worn and corroded

Pass 28 May 2011 47,475 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front and rear discs worn and corroded

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 YZE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YZE, 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

How do I check the history of DK08 YZE?

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What year was DK08 YZE registered?

DK08 YZE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is DK08 YZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 YZE shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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