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EK08 EBN

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

267,873 mi
Last recorded267,873 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 EBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 267,873 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 254,124 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 238,843 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 222,558 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 205,214 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 187,729 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 187,650 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 169,532 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 151,670 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 151,670 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 133,249 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 114,033 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 92,005 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 74,315 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 50,991 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 27,777 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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EK08 EBN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EK08 EBN, 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 EK08 EBN registered?

EK08 EBN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is EK08 EBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 EBN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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