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KU08 OBX

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

192,724 mi
Last recorded192,724 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 OBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 192,724 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 191,996 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 191,996 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 188,221 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm 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))

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

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

undercarriage allover slighlty corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2020 172,878 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 164,344 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 148,121 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 127,421 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 102,000 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 80,210 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

diesel Emmission test done. No reading recorded.

Fail 25 Feb 2015 80,210 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

diesel Emmission test done. No reading recorded.

Pass 26 Feb 2014 68,097 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 612,276 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 52,477 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 40,030 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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KU08 OBX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KU08 OBX, 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 KU08 OBX?

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What year was KU08 OBX registered?

KU08 OBX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is KU08 OBX safe to buy?

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