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MD57 XLT

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

123,121 mi
Last recorded123,121 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD57 XLT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 123,121 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Handle damage (3.1 (c))

Handbrake handle damage

Handbrake not locking

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 123,121 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Handle damage (3.1 (c))

Handbrake handle damage

Handbrake not locking

Horn not working Switch sticking (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 122,561 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2022 122,541 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 121,724 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2021 121,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 117,285 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 109,926 miles

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 109,926 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 94,665 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 94,665 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 76,730 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 76,730 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 60,789 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 60,769 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 29 May 2014 41,255 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 34,910 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 34,900 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 25,617 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 18,447 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 18,447 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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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MD57 XLT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MD57 XLT, 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 MD57 XLT registered?

MD57 XLT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 January 2008.

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