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PE08 LMJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

164,063 mi
Last recorded164,063 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 LMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 164,063 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 160,483 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 158,364 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 156,553 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 154,381 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 154,381 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 143,964 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 143,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2019 133,229 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 133,229 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 123,009 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 123,009 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 112,603 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 102,420 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 92,786 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 84,543 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 79,342 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 70,624 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 60,738 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outside edge.

Pass 28 Sep 2011 60,727 miles

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

n/s and o/s/f brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2011 60,706 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Fail 17 Mar 2011 60,706 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective

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 LMJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 PE08 LMJ, 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

How do I check the history of PE08 LMJ?

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What year was PE08 LMJ registered?

PE08 LMJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is PE08 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 LMJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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