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PJ08 TXM

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

222,020 mi
Last recorded222,020 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 TXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 222,020 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 222,020 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 177,546 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 158,517 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 142,275 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 136,282 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 136,282 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 126,192 miles

oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2015 116,941 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 100,935 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 85,134 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 73,148 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 50,568 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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PJ08 TXM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PJ08 TXM, 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 PJ08 TXM registered?

PJ08 TXM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is PJ08 TXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 TXM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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