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KR08 JNU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

303,458 mi
Last recorded303,458 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 JNU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 303,458 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s,n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s,n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

general underbody and suspension components corrosion

Fail 28 Nov 2025 303,458 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s,n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s,n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s,n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

general underbody and suspension components corrosion

Pass 12 Jun 2024 294,547 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 294,547 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2023 292,689 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 292,689 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 288,025 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 288,025 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 287,384 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 281,775 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 281,775 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 275,017 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front tyres inner edges worn

Oil leak ()

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Jul 2017 272,149 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 269,849 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn travel (3.1.5)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 265,057 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 259,716 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 259,716 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 224,409 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 177,745 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 136,004 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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KR08 JNU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KR08 JNU, 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.

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What year was KR08 JNU registered?

KR08 JNU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 April 2008.

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