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MH08 EHW

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

180,926 mi
Last recorded180,926 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH08 EHW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 180,926 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 163,209 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Rear Backing plate corroded

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 163,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Bumper insecure ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Backing plate corroded

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 144,205 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 144,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 14 Sep 2016 144,176 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 125,049 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 110,089 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 110,089 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 103,203 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 95,479 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 95,479 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 90,021 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 76,019 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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MH08 EHW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 MH08 EHW, 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 MH08 EHW registered?

MH08 EHW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is MH08 EHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH08 EHW shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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