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FH08 LTA

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

82,065 mi
Last recorded82,065 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 LTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 82,065 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 74,771 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2024 74,771 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2023 74,602 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 74,095 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 74,095 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 68,914 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2019 68,913 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 65% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 64,166 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 64,166 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 59,726 miles

Diff pinion seal leaking

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 59,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Diff pinion seal leaking

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 53,992 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 51,431 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 45,087 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2014 45,087 miles

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

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 36,965 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 27,734 miles

nearside front tyre cracking sidewall

nearside front wiper starting to smear

offside front tyre cracking sidewall

Fail 26 Jul 2012 27,734 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre cracking sidewall

nearside front wiper starting to smear

offside front tyre cracking sidewall

Pass 3 Aug 2011 23,647 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 23,656 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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FH08 LTA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 FH08 LTA, 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 FH08 LTA registered?

FH08 LTA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is FH08 LTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 LTA shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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