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KS08 FEM

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

193,521 mi
Last recorded193,521 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 FEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 193,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underbody corrosion

Fail 12 Aug 2026 193,521 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underbody corrosion

Pass 9 Aug 2025 191,488 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2025 191,488 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 190,700 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on bar wear limits

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

Fail 29 Mar 2024 190,694 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged from flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre on bar wear limits

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 187,479 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Mar 2023 187,479 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 178,192 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 169,069 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 146,820 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2019 141,506 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 141,506 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 132,270 miles

Offside Front Dent in wheel outer steel rim

Pass 10 Aug 2017 125,453 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 115,903 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 101,269 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 101,269 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 82,904 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 67,197 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 57,043 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 48,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 48,394 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 32,331 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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KS08 FEM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 KS08 FEM, 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 KS08 FEM registered?

KS08 FEM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is KS08 FEM safe to buy?

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