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SH08 EKN

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

411,394 mi
Last recorded411,394 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 EKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2015 411,394 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 374,846 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 374,309 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 335,058 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 302,302 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 320,320 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 257,316 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 191,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front wipers slightly worn

Fail 27 Apr 2011 191,861 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

clutch pedel worn

front wipers slightly worn

Pass 12 May 2010 127,666 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 67,753 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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SH08 EKN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SH08 EKN, 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 SH08 EKN registered?

SH08 EKN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is SH08 EKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 EKN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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