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HK08 YHV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

82,092 mi
Last recorded82,092 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 82,092 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 80,170 miles

slight roughness in steering

Pass 19 Jul 2023 78,627 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 76,720 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 72,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 72,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 66,360 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 61,385 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 56,735 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 52,849 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 47,480 miles

both front tyres heavily worn on outside edges

Pass 1 Jul 2014 40,890 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 40,888 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2013 34,197 miles

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 34,197 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 27,399 miles

front tyres wearing low on outer edges

Pass 29 Jun 2011 20,311 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 YHV 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 82.4%.

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 YHV, 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 YHV registered?

HK08 YHV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is HK08 YHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 YHV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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