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KU08 OFT

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,907 mi
Last recorded117,907 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 117,907 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Handbrake efficiency - requires attention/repair

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

Fail 7 Apr 2026 117,907 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Handbrake efficiency - requires attention/repair

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 106,265 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 26 Mar 2025 106,263 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both d-bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn both edges and 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 96,699 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

rear diff seal leaking

Pass 27 Mar 2023 82,558 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 76,170 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 76,170 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 70,687 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 70,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 66,431 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 64,014 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 51,978 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 48,598 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 43,649 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 38,220 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 34,523 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 30,973 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 28,303 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 25,312 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 OFT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OFT, 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 OFT?

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What year was KU08 OFT registered?

KU08 OFT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is KU08 OFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 OFT shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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