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LT08 DWE

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

196,442 mi
Last recorded196,442 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 196,442 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 170,857 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 137,461 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2024 137,461 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 137,253 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 136,662 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 132,379 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 127,891 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 124,825 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 124,825 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 117,272 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 103,796 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 103,796 miles

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat Stalk (5.2.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 90,412 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 76,161 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 45,175 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 33,730 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 33,730 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 21,483 miles

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

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 DWE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LT08 DWE, 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 LT08 DWE registered?

LT08 DWE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is LT08 DWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 DWE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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