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FV58 GVG

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

161,366 mi
Last recorded161,366 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 161,366 miles

Central Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear lamp cracked

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear park brake lower effort

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

covers fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2019 152,709 miles

Central Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

covers fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2019 152,680 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Central Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2018 145,592 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 144,167 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 144,167 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 137,670 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 137,666 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 131,916 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 131,914 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 131,727 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 105,065 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 58,224 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 24,789 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 24,553 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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FV58 GVG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FV58 GVG, 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

How do I check the history of FV58 GVG?

You can check the full history of FV58 GVG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FV58 GVG registered?

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

Is FV58 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV58 GVG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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