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FD08 ZXN

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

218,254 mi
Last recorded218,254 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 218,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 218,254 miles

Fuel system component leaking at engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 209,558 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

front flexible brake hoses foul drop links

Pass 27 Mar 2024 194,730 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 186,015 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Apr 2023 186,015 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 185,051 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 179,057 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 170,270 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 152,851 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2019 152,851 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 131,231 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 131,231 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 113,012 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 93,195 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 70,372 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 70,371 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 48,840 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Feb 2013 29,232 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 16,624 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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FD08 ZXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White 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 FD08 ZXN, 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.

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What year was FD08 ZXN registered?

FD08 ZXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is FD08 ZXN safe to buy?

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