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FD08 ZXW

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,210 mi
Last recorded164,210 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 ZXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 164,210 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 164,210 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 152,922 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 139,444 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2023 139,444 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 126,485 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 126,485 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 116,240 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 108,482 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 108,482 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% effort poor (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2019 101,072 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 90,685 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 78,951 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 70,510 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 62,521 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 55,259 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)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 45,527 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 45,527 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 36,693 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 27,398 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 ZXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,098cc 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 ZXW, 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 ZXW registered?

FD08 ZXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is FD08 ZXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 ZXW 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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