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LT08 DVN

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,110 mi
Last recorded163,110 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 DVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 163,110 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

slight under-body surface rust.

Pass 8 Jul 2022 151,497 miles

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

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

slight under-body surface rust.

Pass 11 Feb 2021 146,717 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

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

Fail 10 Feb 2021 146,712 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side binding (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 143,013 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 129,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2019 129,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 119,155 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 119,155 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 106,118 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2017 106,118 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 81,001 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n.s.f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 5 Feb 2015 69,763 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r diff seal leaking

Pass 6 Feb 2014 57,584 miles

rear diff seals leaking

Pass 7 Feb 2013 45,377 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Fail 7 Feb 2013 45,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 30 Jan 2012 33,873 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 33,873 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 25,581 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 25,581 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 24,734 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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LT08 DVN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LT08 DVN, 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 LT08 DVN registered?

LT08 DVN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LT08 DVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 DVN shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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