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FX08 WHC

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

297,471 mi
Last recorded297,471 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 WHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 297,471 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 161,206 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 161,206 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 136,062 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 136,062 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 21 May 2013 134,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2013 134,847 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 128,081 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 128,081 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2012 115,125 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 94,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 94,766 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FX08 WHC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 FX08 WHC, 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 FX08 WHC registered?

FX08 WHC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is FX08 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 WHC shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX08 WHC have outstanding finance?

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