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EN08 FWV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,287 mi
Last recorded153,287 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 FWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 153,287 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 145,668 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 140,047 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 134,358 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 129,532 miles

Nearside Front mirror casing broken temporary repaired with duck tape

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

Nearside Rear light lens broken temporary repaired with clear tape

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside mirror casing broken temporary repaired with duck tape

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 129,528 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front mirror casing broken temporary repaired with duck tape

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

Nearside Rear light lens broken temporary repaired with clear tape

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside mirror casing broken temporary repaired with duck tape

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 121,749 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2020 121,749 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 112,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 104,628 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2018 104,628 miles

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

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 100,679 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 97,445 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 19 Nov 2016 97,445 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 90,918 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 79,569 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 79,352 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 68,569 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 54,709 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jul 2011 41,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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EN08 FWV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EN08 FWV, 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 EN08 FWV?

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What year was EN08 FWV registered?

EN08 FWV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is EN08 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 FWV shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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