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EA08 JHO

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

197,882 mi
Last recorded197,882 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 JHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 197,882 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output dull (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 197,812 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 197,812 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 197,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing and going out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2017 197,730 miles

f pads wearing

o/s reflector fading

Pass 19 May 2016 197,537 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 197,537 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 197,136 miles

Fuel flap damaged .

Pass 29 Apr 2014 171,158 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 140,914 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 140,914 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 108,594 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 108,594 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 76,953 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 76,953 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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EA08 JHO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EA08 JHO, 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 EA08 JHO?

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What year was EA08 JHO registered?

EA08 JHO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is EA08 JHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 JHO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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