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LS08 VJA

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,984 mi
Last recorded184,984 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 VJA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 184,984 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 184,984 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 173,390 miles

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 173,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 162,510 miles

Offside Rear Lamp glass broken but not excessively effects its operation

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2019 148,374 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 138,945 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 May 2018 138,945 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2017 131,891 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Aug 2017 131,891 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Aug 2016 122,828 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 111,379 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 100,960 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

hand brake travel high

Pass 22 Aug 2013 89,732 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 77,930 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

hand brake travel high

Pass 1 Aug 2011 62,048 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

there is a large imbalance on rear brakes

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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LS08 VJA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LS08 VJA, 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 LS08 VJA registered?

LS08 VJA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 August 2008.

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