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RK08 WNP

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

141,323 mi
Last recorded141,323 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 WNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 141,323 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2026 141,323 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2024 124,092 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 110,736 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 110,298 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 106,002 miles

REVERSING LAMP INOPERATIVE

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 106,001 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin ALL (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

REVERSING LAMP INOPERATIVE

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 97,092 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 97,090 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 90,201 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2019 90,200 miles

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury MIRROR (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 84,048 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 77,868 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 71,917 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 63,257 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

center exhaust box slightly corroded

nearside wiper blade smearing slightly

Pass 12 Mar 2015 63,257 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

center exhaust box slightly corroded

nearside wiper blade smearing slightly

Pass 6 Mar 2014 56,179 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 49,524 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 43,008 miles

slight oil leak from diff oil seal

Fail 12 Mar 2012 43,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

slight oil leak from diff oil seal

Pass 15 Mar 2011 35,697 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 35,697 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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RK08 WNP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 RK08 WNP, 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

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What year was RK08 WNP registered?

RK08 WNP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is RK08 WNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 WNP shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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