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PF08 YUT

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

164,738 mi
Last recorded164,738 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 164,738 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Parking brake just meets required effort

Fail 9 Jun 2026 164,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake just meets required effort

Pass 4 Jun 2025 149,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 15 May 2024 145,530 miles

brake pad wear light on, all pads fine

slight weep from the rear propshaft diff seal

Pass 16 May 2023 140,903 miles

Front Anti-roll bar D-bushes have play

Offside Rear Light unit cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake backplates corroded

Rear Diff seal has a weep of oil

Rear Reverse lamp inoperative

Spare wheel loose

Fail 16 May 2023 140,901 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar D-bushes have play

Offside Rear Light unit cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake backplates corroded

Rear Diff seal has a weep of oil

Rear Reverse lamp inoperative

Spare wheel loose

Pass 17 Jun 2022 136,367 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 14 Jun 2022 136,285 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Jun 2021 131,093 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 131,093 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 123,887 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 117,497 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 110,062 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 95,487 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2016 87,341 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 83,179 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 76,012 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 54,244 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 40,913 miles

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

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

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 YUT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YUT, 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 PF08 YUT?

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What year was PF08 YUT registered?

PF08 YUT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is PF08 YUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF08 YUT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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