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KR08 JTU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

166,380 mi
Last recorded166,380 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Feb 2026 166,380 miles

Nearside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 158,794 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 150,538 miles

Offside Front Outer FLOOR TO SILL SLIGHTLY CORRODED

Pass 13 Mar 2023 149,463 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2023 149,458 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 148,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords KERB DAMAGE IN OUTER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin JUST ON LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing INNER SIDEWALL STARTING TO PERISH AND CRACK (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 144,807 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2021 144,786 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively SURFACE OF REAR DISCS SLIGHTLY CORRODED ( LACK OF USE ) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 141,978 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 137,797 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 135,817 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak ()

bonnet release lever broken

Fail 23 Jan 2018 135,789 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak ()

bonnet release lever broken

Pass 29 Dec 2016 129,241 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 120,573 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 112,646 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 104,681 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 98,347 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 85,631 miles

front discs worn

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 JTU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KR08 JTU, 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 JTU registered?

KR08 JTU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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The MOT history for KR08 JTU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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