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LP08 LLK

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

159,043 mi
Last recorded159,043 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 LLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 159,043 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged cracked n on sharp edges (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides arms bushes and ball joints have slight worn cracked (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked damaged perishing (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view q glass damaged missing tape repaired no sharp edges or glass (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked damaged perishing (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked damaged perishing (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive full engine and transmission bay is misty contaminated of oil level is low (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rods and outer track rods all have slight play

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded service brakes fluctuating slight (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect corroded weak and front worn all have a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative low air pressures all (5.2.3 (l))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Apr 2025 152,690 miles

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

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

front suspension weak

Pass 24 Jul 2023 137,789 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 128,837 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 116,239 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 103,219 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 103,219 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 92,160 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 92,160 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 81,912 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 74,896 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 65,964 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 58,516 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 52,495 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 43,735 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 37,929 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 37,929 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LP08 LLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LP08 LLK, 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 LP08 LLK registered?

LP08 LLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 August 2008.

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