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HK08 HPV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

239,202 mi
Last recorded239,202 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 HPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 239,202 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2022 239,202 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 212,612 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 212,612 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 195,009 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 178,827 miles

Nearside Front BRAKE HAS A SLIGHT BIND

Nearside Rear TYRE HAS A SMALL CUT IN THE TREAD AREA

SLIGHT BLOW FROM ONE OF THE FUEL INJECTORS, ATTENTION ADVISED!

Fail 22 May 2019 178,814 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps O/S AND N/S (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front BRAKE HAS A SLIGHT BIND

Nearside Rear TYRE HAS A SMALL CUT IN THE TREAD AREA

SLIGHT BLOW FROM ONE OF THE FUEL INJECTORS, ATTENTION ADVISED!

Pass 4 Jun 2018 169,313 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2017 155,892 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer child seat fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside mirror damaged

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Apr 2016 136,354 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 136,354 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 121,261 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 121,261 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 94,069 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 94,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 78,152 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 57,676 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 57,676 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2011 56,463 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 56,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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HK08 HPV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HK08 HPV, 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 HK08 HPV?

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What year was HK08 HPV registered?

HK08 HPV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is HK08 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 HPV shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK08 HPV have outstanding finance?

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