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RF08 ZKY

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

133,715 mi
Last recorded133,715 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 ZKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 133,715 miles

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))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 130,918 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2024 130,622 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating suspect discs condition/warped (1.2.1 (e))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment very long travel (n/s/r very low effort) (1.1.6 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively very poor condition, lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

boot full of stuff

both number plates are not stamped with postcode or bsau number

both rear outer seats belts slow too retract

service brake pedal travel creeps slightly, advise further inspection

Pass 9 Nov 2023 126,060 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 121,179 miles

Nearside front tyre tread wearing on both shoulders.

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

Rear suspension subframe,chassis and coil springs slightly corroded both sides of vehicle.

Fail 21 Oct 2022 120,958 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment effort only just met required limit (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulder of tread 245/45 R18 100Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre tread wearing on both shoulders.

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

Rear suspension subframe,chassis and coil springs slightly corroded both sides of vehicle.

Pass 8 Nov 2021 116,453 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 112,558 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Bothside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 106,139 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 100,403 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 92,765 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 87,924 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 81,895 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 77,567 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 69,338 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 64,055 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 54,584 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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RF08 ZKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RF08 ZKY, 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 RF08 ZKY registered?

RF08 ZKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is RF08 ZKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 ZKY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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