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OU08 XRF

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,168 mi
Last recorded130,168 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 XRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2026 130,168 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 127,025 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 125,402 miles

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

all front and rear suspension and all associated components have rust and chassis and body

Pass 21 Mar 2023 123,805 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak water pump ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

all underside of vehicle has rust all suspension components front subframe and rear subframe

Fail 21 Mar 2023 123,805 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak water pump ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

all underside of vehicle has rust all suspension components front subframe and rear subframe

Pass 26 Mar 2022 119,236 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 116,573 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 116,573 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

front and rear disk and pads are hevely corroded causing brake judder

Pass 26 Mar 2020 113,002 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 113,002 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component damaged and seriously weakened D bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component damaged and seriously weakened D bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 101,048 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive mist on engine underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 82,531 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing x2 (2.7.2a)

Fail 25 Sep 2017 82,531 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing x2 (2.7.2a)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 68,312 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rear seat nearside and center ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 51,235 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 41,056 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 41,056 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 52,812 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 25,878 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 20,363 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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OU08 XRF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OU08 XRF, 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 OU08 XRF registered?

OU08 XRF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is OU08 XRF safe to buy?

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