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KS08 UWJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

164,832 mi
Last recorded164,832 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 164,832 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 163,740 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 163,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2018 145,005 miles

Central Upper stop lamp damaged

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 28 Feb 2018 145,005 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Central Upper stop lamp damaged

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 138,961 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2015 122,258 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s drive shaft oil seal weeping

Pass 25 Jul 2015 122,258 miles

n/s drive shaft oil seal weeping

Pass 5 Jun 2014 111,494 miles

Diff leaking

Exhaust corroding

Fail 4 Jun 2014 111,494 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Diff leaking

Exhaust corroding

Pass 19 Aug 2013 104,534 miles

Front tyres wearing uneven

N/S Mirror insecure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 104,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front tyres wearing uneven

N/S Mirror insecure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 93,975 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 83,128 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 UWJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 UWJ, 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 KS08 UWJ?

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What year was KS08 UWJ registered?

KS08 UWJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is KS08 UWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 UWJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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