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RJ58 FPU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

226,112 mi
Last recorded226,112 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ58 FPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 226,112 miles

chips windscreen

Fail 23 Sep 2015 226,112 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

chips windscreen

Pass 16 Sep 2014 224,917 miles

chips to screen

Fail 16 Sep 2014 224,917 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

chips to screen

Pass 28 Aug 2013 204,923 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges, deep cuts in tread area

n/s headlight damp inside

Pass 14 Sep 2012 168,117 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 168,117 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 126,921 miles

for previous advisories see test number 885046261268

Fail 23 Sep 2011 126,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

damage to offside front tyre outer sidewall

service brake anti slip provision slightly worn

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 FPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FPU, 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 RJ58 FPU registered?

RJ58 FPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 October 2008.

Is RJ58 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ58 FPU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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