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FV58 GVF

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

144,195 mi
Last recorded144,195 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 GVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 144,195 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2025 144,189 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 140,373 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 137,177 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slight water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

brake pad warning light on dash (pads all ok )

Pass 9 Feb 2023 134,034 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 130,822 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 127,824 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 127,063 miles

2 x rear brake discs some corrosion

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre deteriorated due to age 2010 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre deteriorated due to age 2010 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 124,919 miles

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

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

Steering column universal joint deformed but serviceable slight play in steering shaft (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 124,917 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose rear exhaust pipe split (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Steering column universal joint deformed but serviceable slight play in steering shaft (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 117,112 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 104,816 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 90,477 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 90,477 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 76,088 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 76,088 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 74,126 miles

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

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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FV58 GVF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FV58 GVF, 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 FV58 GVF registered?

FV58 GVF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is FV58 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV58 GVF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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