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KW57 KJV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 KJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018

Nearside Front worn off on 2mm

Offside Rear tread worn off on innter edge

Pass 23 Feb 2017 602,942 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 602,941 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 556,290 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 494,149 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 401,278 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 399,546 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 293,478 miles

centre seat belt partially obscured

Fail 25 Mar 2013 293,478 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

centre seat belt partially obscured

Pass 23 Mar 2012 192,053 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

eml light on

Fail 23 Mar 2012 192,053 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

eml light on

Pass 30 Mar 2011 94,041 miles

wiper switch damaged

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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KW57 KJV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KW57 KJV, 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.

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What year was KW57 KJV registered?

KW57 KJV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is KW57 KJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW57 KJV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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