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PE08 LGY

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

211,474 mi
Last recorded211,474 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 LGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 211,474 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 211,472 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

oil leaks

Fail 17 Oct 2018 211,466 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

oil leaks

Pass 27 Oct 2017 186,079 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 153,372 miles

both front tyres scrubbing inner and outer edges

front and rear discs showing signs of corrosion

front wishbone bushes getting perished

some play steering rack

Pass 21 Feb 2013 129,281 miles

nearside rear tyre right on wear bands

rear axle oil leak

some play steering rack

tow bar and mounting points getting corroded

Fail 19 Feb 2013 129,281 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear tyre right on wear bands

rear axle oil leak

some play steering rack

tow bar and mounting points getting corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2012 99,411 miles

both front tyres scrubbing inner and outer edges

engine oil leak

offside rear tyre getting low

rear axle oil leak

some play steering rack

Fail 23 Feb 2012 99,411 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front tyres scrubbing inner and outer edges

engine oil leak

offside rear tyre getting low

rear axle oil leak

some play steering rack

Pass 11 Feb 2011 77,800 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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PE08 LGY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PE08 LGY, 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 PE08 LGY registered?

PE08 LGY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PE08 LGY safe to buy?

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