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PL08 GZS

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

184,085 mi
Last recorded184,085 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 GZS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 184,085 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 178,795 miles

Underbody has age related corrosion

Pass 8 Aug 2022 171,428 miles

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

Underbody has age related corrosion.

Pass 30 Jul 2021 161,670 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 152,395 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 141,568 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 130,280 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 123,068 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 112,747 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front worn on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

rear wiper torn

Pass 3 Jul 2015 97,932 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust fumes enter cabin

exhaust tail pipe bracket broken

o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 29 Jun 2015 97,633 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust fumes enter cabin

exhaust tail pipe bracket broken

o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 16 Jul 2014 85,114 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 85,114 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 68,049 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on inside edge

Pass 12 Jul 2012 55,141 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

nearside rear coil spring broken at bottom end slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2011 38,598 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 38,598 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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PL08 GZS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PL08 GZS, 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

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What year was PL08 GZS registered?

PL08 GZS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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The MOT history for PL08 GZS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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