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GLO 5S

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

109,098 mi
Last recorded109,098 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLO 5S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 109,098 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2026 109,097 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2025 105,641 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 101,383 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 97,286 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 93,894 miles

slight parking brake travel

Pass 8 Jul 2021 88,040 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 83,295 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 83,295 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2019 76,215 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 76,215 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 70,784 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 70,784 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 67,197 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 59,734 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 54,622 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 48,284 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 40,831 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 32,691 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 32,691 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 23,268 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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GLO 5S is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GLO 5S, 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 GLO 5S?

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What year was GLO 5S registered?

GLO 5S is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is GLO 5S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLO 5S shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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