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EY08 SYS

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

240,901 mi
Last recorded240,901 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 SYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 240,901 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust smoky

rear no-plate delaminating

Pass 27 May 2023 236,048 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 227,887 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 212,776 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 200,885 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 191,211 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 191,211 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 176,117 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 176,117 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 158,866 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 141,884 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 141,884 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 126,173 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 110,466 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 110,466 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 82,867 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 SYS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 EY08 SYS, 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 EY08 SYS registered?

EY08 SYS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EY08 SYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 SYS shows 16 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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