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R4 VWW

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

218,335 mi
Last recorded218,335 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 VWW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 218,335 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 218,318 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 218,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 218,141 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear lens slightly damaged

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 218,141 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear lens slightly damaged

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 218,057 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 218,039 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 215,232 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 215,232 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 196,386 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt seats down ()

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex blowing (7.1.2)

Offside Front Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted ()

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 196,386 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt seats down ()

Offside Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex blowing (7.1.2)

Offside Front Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted ()

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp mising (7.1.1)

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 169,798 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 169,798 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 149,187 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 149,187 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 119,903 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Oct 2012 100,261 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 73,778 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 73,778 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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R4 VWW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 R4 VWW, 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 R4 VWW registered?

R4 VWW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is R4 VWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R4 VWW shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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