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FH08 TZP

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,992 mi
Last recorded161,992 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 TZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 161,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 161,987 miles

Front Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 158,665 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 154,431 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 153,055 miles

Gearbox mounting defective all diff bush's perished and peeling

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

Fail 30 Jun 2023 153,021 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle 38% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating inner disc face is excessivly corroded cause flucuation. (1.2.1 (e))

Gearbox mounting defective all diff bush's perished and peeling

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad is approx 2mm. brake has clearly been over heating, but not binding on test (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 151,016 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2020 137,850 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 131,241 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 121,785 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 114,339 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 105,750 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 96,789 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 83,178 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 68,811 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 58,837 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 44,428 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 44,428 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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FH08 TZP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FH08 TZP, 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 FH08 TZP registered?

FH08 TZP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is FH08 TZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 TZP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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