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SFZ 5908

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,562 mi
Last recorded87,562 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFZ 5908
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 87,562 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight roughness in steering

Pass 30 May 2018 77,981 miles

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

Offside Rear park brake not locking

slight roughness in steering

Fail 29 May 2018 77,968 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated wire broken (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear park brake not locking

slight roughness in steering

Pass 23 May 2017 67,296 miles

attention to park brake balance

attention to park brake balance

Pass 27 May 2016 55,018 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 46,410 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 May 2014 37,329 miles

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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SFZ 5908 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SFZ 5908, 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 SFZ 5908?

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What year was SFZ 5908 registered?

SFZ 5908 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 October 2008.

Is SFZ 5908 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFZ 5908 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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