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KJ08 WAE

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

221,094 mi
Last recorded221,094 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 WAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 221,094 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2025 221,081 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 207,880 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 199,606 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 190,529 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 181,584 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 172,525 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 163,022 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 150,924 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 134,926 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 126,332 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 113,291 miles

Front Reg PLate Cracked

Slight Play IN Steering UJ

Pass 10 Jun 2014 95,363 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 76,289 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 76,236 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nail in front tyre

Pass 15 Jun 2012 63,892 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 63,892 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 54,217 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 54,210 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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KJ08 WAE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KJ08 WAE, 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 KJ08 WAE?

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What year was KJ08 WAE registered?

KJ08 WAE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is KJ08 WAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 WAE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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