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PJ08 YRV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

236,295 mi
Last recorded236,295 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2020 236,295 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 220,224 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 215,211 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 206,148 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 194,782 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 194,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 185,778 miles

o/s rack end has slight play

Fail 4 Apr 2014 162,092 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 162,092 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 129,834 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 129,834 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 96,284 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 96,284 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 75,990 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 75,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 YRV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PJ08 YRV, 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 YRV registered?

PJ08 YRV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is PJ08 YRV safe to buy?

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