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SB08 GJO

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

228,932 mi
Last recorded228,932 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 GJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 228,932 miles

Brake pedal rubber wearing smooth on edge

Centre brake light disconnected

Damage to offside rear light cluster

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 189,171 miles

Nearside Front 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 16 Jul 2014 175,996 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 161,602 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 160,032 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 154,351 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

n/s/f tyre low tread inner edge

Pass 6 Jun 2011 147,009 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 106,952 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 105,207 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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SB08 GJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,098cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SB08 GJO, 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 SB08 GJO registered?

SB08 GJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is SB08 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 GJO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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