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KS08 ZXW

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

111,147 mi
Last recorded111,147 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 ZXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 111,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 110,498 miles

Front Lower Jacking points/side step mountings corroded

Nearside Rear Lamp unit damaged

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 110,202 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lamp unit slightly damaged

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Detected at road wheel ()

Side step mounting and jacking points corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 110,201 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lamp unit slightly damaged

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Detected at road wheel ()

Side step mounting and jacking points corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 110,144 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 110,144 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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 16 Nov 2021 109,469 miles

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

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 16 Nov 2021 109,468 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 19 Nov 2020 108,940 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 108,936 miles

Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side no effort on both parking brakes (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only no reserve travel (1.1.6 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2019 102,208 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 102,144 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 96,690 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 92,439 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 85,502 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 75,984 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2015 75,922 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 65,116 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2014 65,116 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 53,862 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 53,862 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 45,925 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 37,624 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 ZXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 ZXW, 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 ZXW?

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What year was KS08 ZXW registered?

KS08 ZXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is KS08 ZXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 ZXW shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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