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H9 PDV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,347 mi
Last recorded141,347 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH9 PDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 141,347 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 141,277 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 137,061 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 132,925 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre screw ()

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 126,475 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 123,643 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 119,757 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Apr 2019 114,184 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3 ()

Offside Front wing cracked

Fail 1 Apr 2019 114,184 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3 ()

Offside Front wing cracked

Pass 23 Mar 2018 110,206 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer edges . side wall perished (4.1.E.1)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt three seats fitted across centre row of seats ()

Pass 25 Mar 2017 107,456 miles

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Apr 2016 102,752 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 94,890 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 92,160 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 92,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 75,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs slightly worn.

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 60,964 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

srs light on

Fail 14 Aug 2012 60,964 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

srs light on

Pass 16 Aug 2011 45,000 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 45,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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H9 PDV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc 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 H9 PDV, 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 H9 PDV registered?

H9 PDV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is H9 PDV safe to buy?

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