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EF08 BXX

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

171,565 mi
Last recorded171,565 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 BXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 171,565 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 157,685 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 152,514 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 143,024 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 143,024 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 128,914 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 128,914 miles

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 116,752 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 104,130 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 92,438 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 92,438 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pedal rubber split

Pass 11 Aug 2015 79,674 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 79,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 66,716 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 53,850 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 43,451 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 43,451 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 31,300 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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EF08 BXX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 EF08 BXX, 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 EF08 BXX?

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What year was EF08 BXX registered?

EF08 BXX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is EF08 BXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 BXX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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