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HK08 HRL

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

176,906 mi
Last recorded176,906 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 HRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 176,906 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 169,868 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 166,893 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 166,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2021 160,886 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 160,886 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 157,524 miles

brake wear indicator lamp on

slight injector fumes inside vehicle

Pass 8 Sep 2018 145,734 miles

bulb warning light shows on dash, all lights work for Mot standards

long foot brake travel

long parking brake travel

Pass 14 Sep 2017 139,652 miles

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

bulb warning light shows on dash, all lights work for mot standards

long foot brake travel

spring type different at the rear

Pass 27 Oct 2016 129,723 miles

engine oil level low

front discs lipped

nearside wingmirror lense cracked

Fail 27 Oct 2016 129,723 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

engine oil level low

front discs lipped

nearside wingmirror lense cracked

Pass 17 Jun 2015 109,130 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 109,087 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2014 89,344 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 74,927 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 59,798 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 44,519 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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HK08 HRL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HK08 HRL, 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 HRL?

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What year was HK08 HRL registered?

HK08 HRL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is HK08 HRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 HRL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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