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HK08 PMU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

173,429 mi
Last recorded173,429 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 PMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 173,429 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lense damaged.

Pass 3 Jul 2025 171,712 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear light lens damaged

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

Fail 3 Jul 2025 171,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 65 16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear light lens damaged

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 169,820 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear light lens damaged

Pass 22 Jun 2023 167,263 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively AND OFFSIDE FRONT (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 165,370 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated and offside rear inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 163,454 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 158,610 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 149,281 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s + O/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 139,086 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 139,086 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 129,102 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 129,102 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 115,117 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 94,461 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 87,464 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 87,464 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 81,468 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 62,255 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 34,674 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 PMU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PMU, 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 HK08 PMU registered?

HK08 PMU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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