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KS57 CYU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

228,189 mi
Last recorded228,189 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 CYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 228,189 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

corrosion around front and rear jacking points

corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

Fail 17 Oct 2025 228,189 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

corrosion around front and rear jacking points

corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

Pass 18 Oct 2024 219,503 miles

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

brake pipes coated restricting inspection

some corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

Pass 3 Nov 2023 211,459 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

some corrosion to exhaust system

some corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

Fail 3 Nov 2023 211,459 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

offside handbrake effort low

rear brake discs and pads wearing thin

rear wiper blade defective

some corrosion to exhaust system

some corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

Pass 3 Nov 2022 199,166 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

some corrosion to exhaust system

some corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

Fail 3 Nov 2022 199,166 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

some corrosion to exhaust system

some corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

Pass 22 Oct 2021 185,426 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

brake pipes greased restricting inspection

engine oil level low

some wear and deterioration to rear tyres

Fail 22 Oct 2021 185,426 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

brake pipes greased restricting inspection

engine oil level low

some wear and deterioration to rear tyres

Pass 2 Nov 2020 173,096 miles

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

brake pipes plastic coated/greased in places restricting inspection

engine oil level low

some wear and corrosion to rear brake discs

some wear to front brake discs

Pass 30 Oct 2019 162,780 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased preventing full inspection (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 151,169 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 151,169 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 138,702 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 127,711 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 127,711 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 110,593 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 93,515 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 93,515 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

wear to front brake discs

Fail 6 Nov 2013 79,141 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 79,141 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 66,575 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 52,537 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 34,047 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 33,647 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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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KS57 CYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 KS57 CYU, 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 KS57 CYU?

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What year was KS57 CYU registered?

KS57 CYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is KS57 CYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 CYU shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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