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KX08 YPA

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

190,759 mi
Last recorded190,759 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 YPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 190,759 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 190,629 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 185,902 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 180,873 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 175,833 miles

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

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

Fail 14 May 2021 175,830 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting next to jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 170,554 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 163,387 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2018 157,589 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 153,408 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 147,647 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 140,881 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 135,696 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 135,696 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Fail 31 Oct 2012 130,590 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 130,590 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 125,047 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 125,047 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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KX08 YPA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KX08 YPA, 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

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What year was KX08 YPA registered?

KX08 YPA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KX08 YPA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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