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H20 XCH

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,554 mi
Last recorded148,554 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH20 XCH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 148,554 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2026 148,554 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 141,826 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 141,624 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 137,583 miles

Handbrake has only just met requirements

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

Fail 16 Jul 2024 157,368 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 133,726 miles

Long parking brake travel may need adjustment or repair

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

Fail 16 May 2023 133,238 miles

Central Front Lower Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively LEAKING FROM BOTTOM OF BELL HOUSING. CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault wear sensor not fitted/loose (1.7 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Sound deadening material likely to become detached Rear exhaust silencer broken/ hanging down (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 128,383 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

brake wear indicator on but brake pads all very good

Fail 26 Jan 2022 128,383 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

brake wear indicator on but brake pads all very good

Pass 29 Jan 2021 123,460 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 114,638 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 106,803 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 102,718 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 98,494 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 93,778 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 86,785 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 74,297 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 60,049 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 45,483 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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H20 XCH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 H20 XCH, 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 H20 XCH registered?

H20 XCH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is H20 XCH safe to buy?

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