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EY08 SYO

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,934 mi
Last recorded171,934 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 SYO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 171,934 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 165,681 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 159,541 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2018 140,513 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 138,112 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 186,857 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 186,856 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 179,010 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 179,010 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 160,647 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 27 Feb 2015 160,647 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 136,939 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 136,939 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 111,893 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 111,893 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 87,306 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 87,306 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 64,234 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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EY08 SYO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 EY08 SYO, 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 EY08 SYO?

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What year was EY08 SYO registered?

EY08 SYO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is EY08 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 SYO shows 18 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.

Does EY08 SYO have outstanding finance?

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