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GL08 DYV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

266,367 mi
Last recorded266,367 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 DYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 266,367 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 266,367 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 243,790 miles

Central Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 May 2018 243,790 miles

Central Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 May 2017 220,200 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 201,291 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 185,784 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 144,052 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2014 144,052 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 99,613 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 69,381 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 47,451 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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GL08 DYV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL08 DYV, 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 GL08 DYV registered?

GL08 DYV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is GL08 DYV safe to buy?

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