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RJ58 BGE

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,039 mi
Last recorded154,039 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ58 BGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 154,039 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2026 154,036 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 149,777 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2025 149,775 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 148,436 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 138,254 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

parking brake warning light does illuminate when applied

Fail 5 Oct 2023 138,254 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

parking brake warning light does illuminate when applied

Pass 6 Oct 2022 127,482 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 119,697 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 110,270 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 110,270 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Low reading nearside parking brake

Pass 26 Sep 2019 103,413 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 103,413 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Slow to react (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 92,685 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 80,073 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slighty

Pass 6 Oct 2016 68,449 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 68,426 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 58,634 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 50,146 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 39,526 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 39,526 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 30,853 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 30,853 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 24,574 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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RJ58 BGE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 RJ58 BGE, 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

How do I check the history of RJ58 BGE?

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What year was RJ58 BGE registered?

RJ58 BGE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is RJ58 BGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ58 BGE shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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