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FD08 YDS

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

160,673 mi
Last recorded160,673 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 YDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2020 160,673 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 153,094 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 141,988 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 141,988 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 132,388 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 123,740 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 112,983 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 105,092 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 105,092 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 101,561 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 88,155 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 73,716 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 10 Aug 2011 57,781 miles

front registration plate slightly damaged.

front windscreen damaged outside sweapt area

Fail 10 Aug 2011 57,781 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front registration plate slightly damaged.

front windscreen damaged outside sweapt area

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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FD08 YDS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FD08 YDS, 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 FD08 YDS registered?

FD08 YDS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is FD08 YDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 YDS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD08 YDS have outstanding finance?

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