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LE08 HYU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

194,257 mi
Last recorded194,257 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE08 HYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 194,257 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all four jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

age related surface rust

both rear light lens damaged

Pass 12 May 2025 186,604 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 172,587 miles

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

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

age related surface rust underneath

Pass 21 Apr 2023 165,690 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 164,146 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 156,576 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 144,720 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 123,321 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 105,363 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 93,407 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 71,509 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 53,837 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 34,988 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 30,091 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 26,348 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 22,582 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 22,582 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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LE08 HYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LE08 HYU, 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 LE08 HYU registered?

LE08 HYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is LE08 HYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE08 HYU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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