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SH08 GXZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

281,015 mi
Last recorded281,015 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 GXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 281,015 miles

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

Nearside wing mirror cover missing

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

Offside wing mirror glass cracked

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 275,364 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 Jan 2024 275,276 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Jan 2023 266,951 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Jan 2023 266,951 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 253,795 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jan 2021 240,688 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 224,273 miles

Nearside Front bald inside edge bald

Offside Front Bald inside edge

Offside Rear Bald inside edge

Fail 19 Jun 2019 224,273 miles

Nearside Front bald inside edge bald

Offside Front Bald inside edge

Offside Rear Bald inside edge

Offside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 206,653 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 190,430 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

windscreen has minor chip, off side out of drivers view

Fail 29 Jun 2017 190,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

windscreen has minor chip, off side out of drivers view

Pass 30 Jun 2016 165,869 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake imbalance slightly

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2015 154,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

wipers poor

Pass 27 Jun 2014 132,802 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 111,264 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 111,264 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 94,773 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 70,478 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 May 2011 70,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 GXZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SH08 GXZ, 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 GXZ registered?

SH08 GXZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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