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LT08 DYP

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

231,118 mi
Last recorded231,118 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 DYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 231,118 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 209,102 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipe has slight leak at rack. (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 183,066 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 183,066 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Exhaust system insecure Mountings broken around the KAT (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 168,855 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 168,846 miles

Offside Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 160,023 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 156,950 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 145,560 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 136,841 miles

slight .lift in o/s front bottom ball joint

slight bined at n/s front hub

Fail 22 May 2014 136,841 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

slight .lift in o/s front bottom ball joint

slight bined at n/s front hub

Pass 13 May 2013 131,046 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 119,337 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE + OUTSIDE EDGES

Fail 26 May 2012 119,337 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE + OUTSIDE EDGES

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 95,256 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 95,256 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 DYP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DYP, 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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LT08 DYP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 April 2008.

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