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NC08 NUU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

184,595 mi
Last recorded184,595 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 NUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2019 184,595 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 184,534 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Position lamp showing white light to the rear lens broken (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear lens broken (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2018 173,558 miles

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

slight corrosion to prescribed areas

Pass 27 Feb 2017 144,582 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 20 Feb 2017 144,267 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/45/zr18 100y xl (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 131,382 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 131,382 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 123,931 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 121,861 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Dec 2013 121,861 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2012 107,336 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 91,290 miles

o/s/f tyre wear to outter edge o/s/r tyre wear to inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2011 88,127 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 88,127 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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NC08 NUU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black 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 NC08 NUU, 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 NC08 NUU registered?

NC08 NUU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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