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RJ58 XNU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

327,424 mi
Last recorded327,424 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ58 XNU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 327,424 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

REVERSE LAMP INOP

Fail 5 Nov 2025 327,424 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

REVERSE LAMP INOP

Pass 25 Nov 2024 313,986 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 297,433 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 297,433 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 282,877 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 282,866 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 269,728 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 257,296 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside headlamp beam image slightly poor

offside headlamp beam image slightly poor

Pass 21 Nov 2019 244,999 miles

nearside headlamp beam image slightly poor

offside headlamp beam image slightly poor

Pass 24 Nov 2018 223,386 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/16 c (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/16 c (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/16 c (5.2.3 (e))

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

drivers wiper blade slightly smearing windscreen

Pass 27 Nov 2017 199,825 miles

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

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

engine oil low level

front service brake application uneven

Fail 24 Nov 2017 199,825 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

engine oil low level

exhaust vibration

front service brake application uneven

Pass 19 Nov 2016 175,466 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

stonechip nearside windscreen

Pass 21 Nov 2015 149,697 miles

Nearside Rear Outer child seat fitted

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 126,524 miles

exhaust tail pipe starting to split

Fail 28 Nov 2014 126,524 miles

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

exhaust tail pipe starting to split

Pass 25 Nov 2013 104,680 miles

Child seat(s) fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt(s)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 82,205 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 62,401 miles

tail pipe cracked

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 XNU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RJ58 XNU, 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 XNU?

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What year was RJ58 XNU registered?

RJ58 XNU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is RJ58 XNU safe to buy?

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