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PF08 HWA

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

262,446 mi
Last recorded262,446 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 HWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 262,446 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 256,713 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 251,195 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 244,027 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 236,458 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 217,122 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 196,997 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 168,608 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 May 2015 150,886 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 134,560 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 121,681 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 91,456 miles

Brake Warning Light On During Test

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

N/S/F Tyre Wearing On Outer Edge

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 62,751 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 62,751 miles

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

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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PF08 HWA 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 92.9%.

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 PF08 HWA, 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 PF08 HWA registered?

PF08 HWA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 2 June 2008.

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