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JW08 MCV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,466 mi
Last recorded63,466 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJW08 MCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 63,466 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 59,409 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 55,162 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 50,090 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 44,350 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 41,311 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 37,129 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 34,290 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 34,284 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 30,792 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 27,195 miles

all tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 2 Apr 2015 23,390 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 19,760 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 16,833 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 14,196 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 9,552 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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JW08 MCV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,098cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 JW08 MCV, 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 JW08 MCV?

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What year was JW08 MCV registered?

JW08 MCV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is JW08 MCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for JW08 MCV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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