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LS55 KER

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

122,592 mi
Last recorded122,592 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 KER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 122,592 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 122,043 miles

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

Surface corrosion underneath.

Pass 14 Dec 2021 118,939 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 115,679 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 115,679 miles

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested brake caliper leaking fluid (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 111,933 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 108,896 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 105,166 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 101,965 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 96,739 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 87,526 miles

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

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

brake pad warning lamp staying on.

Pass 5 Dec 2012 80,554 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 66,683 miles

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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LS55 KER is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LS55 KER, 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 LS55 KER registered?

LS55 KER is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 December 2008.

Is LS55 KER safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 KER shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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